As with every storm, PB predicts it will be more significant than it actually is. Dressgate, Chagos, etc. That’s not to say it isn’t bad for the BBC, but it’s not 12o’s bad. (View Post)

Trump did encourage a riot. The BBC didn’t invent that fact. That’s what happened. Now, they misrepresented his speech and that was wrong, but the thrust of the documentary was accurate. (View Post)

Trump imposed tariffs on Canada because his feelings were hurt by a TV ad. Trump threatening a $1bn lawsuit doesn't prove anything. That's just a regular Monday for him. The DG's resignation, as per … (View Post)

They shouldn’t, no. But too many on the right in the UK think Trump can be used to win their local battles. This is not wise. He is a tyrant who corrupts everything he touches. Do not pretend that Tr… (View Post)

Bollocks. No-one complained at the time because it was, while a mistake, not a very serious mistake. (View Post)