As long as the Tories remain in power or the Lib Dems come to power, the case Assange is probably lost. A vote for Labour will be a vote to save Assange’s life. There should be a trial for rape in Sweden, but only if his safety is guaranteed – something one expects for any accused in a justice system.
Corruption
Politico – No clear winner in Bulgarian election
Results plunge Balkan country into deeper uncertainty after a prior inconclusive vote in April. Read here Hristo Rusev/Getty Images
Economics
Bill Mitchell: E.P. Thompson and why class remains an important organising framework
If you read or re-read E.P. Thompson’s epic study I think it becomes obvious how relevant it is to today’s struggles. Read HERE
EU politics
Reuters: U.S inquiry deepens Danske money-laundering crisis
Why are corrupt EU banks so afraid of US investigations, but appear not to be concerned about consequences from the EU? Read here
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