The thing is, it happens over and over. Back in 1985-89, the ONS was recording growth of 2.5-3% a year. It turned out to be 5% a year, with the result that interest rates remained too low, too long.,… (View Post)

What makes poverty harder to bear in the US, than in the UK or much of Europe, is the assumption that is a moral failing, rather than bad fortune. (View Post)

If the Conservatives disappear, another right wing party would take their place. Even now, 33-36% would vote for right wing parties. (View Post)

It's a good thing that Poland is hostile towards Russia. (View Post)

It's hard to see where the outrage is, in this instance. (View Post)