The Danegeld paid from 990 to 1014 was probably a significant proportion of England’s GDP at the time. Aethelred was a truly appalling king. (View Post)

Politicians represent their voters. They don’t represent humanity in general. Think of it as being like a trustee. You’re there to advance the interests of the beneficiaries. You can’t hand out the t… (View Post)

SKS says "hold my beer." (View Post)

Governments obey international law, and they ignore international law, as it suits them. The protection of our strategic interests is of vastly greater importance than a ruling of the International C… (View Post)

The injustice was done to the Chagossians, who were evicted from their homes, not to Mauritius. It’s not obvious that the Chagossians will benefit from this. And, China is getting a foot in the door,… (View Post)