(a) You cannot conclude that from the figures you have quoted. Both of those started small. (b) The small number of deaths is likely a consequence of people taking it seriously, not evidence that the… (View Post)

The Coalition was a real problem for Jo Swinson during the election campaign. They thought the country had moved on from that, but they were wrong. Can't blame them for wanting to ensure it doesn't h… (View Post)

My take on your analysis: RLB: "Continuity Corbyn" - from what I've seen, this is a reasonable shorthand, although she is her own person so I avoid the term (some argue it is gendered). Sta… (View Post)

An obvious sign of homophobia is believing that anyone who stands up against homophobia is, themselves, gay. An obvious sign of religious bigotry is believing that anyone who stands up against religi… (View Post)

One of the most obvious markers of homophobia is assuming that anyone who sticks up for gay people is, themselves, gay. One of the most obvious markers of anti-religious bigotry is assuming that anyo… (View Post)