OT (Kind of) I heard for the first time this morning that Burnham is talking about loosening the grip of the whips, reducing their powers. Apologies if this aspect of his vision has already been disc… (View Post)

I think this is another matter entirely, away from freedom of speech and I am generally in agreement with you. (View Post)

It used to. It now matters a hell of a lot less. Which is why the wealthy and well connected are sos interested in limiting that freedom. Personally I don't think it matters very much at all. It… (View Post)

Whips as sources of information and organisation I can fully agree with. Whips as enforcers using bribery or threats is something that should have gone long ago (indeed should never have started) (View Post)

Needless to say I disagree (and good morning of course ;) ) This is not about some over-arching, all encompassing, right to be heard. That is both impractical and unwarranted. It is simply about the … (View Post)