March 29th 2023.
(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) What has readers talking today?
Today, Metro readers persist in debating the interpretation of the word 'woke', whether breastfeeding in a public pool is permissible and the level of Harry Kane's skill.
■ HG provides a well-argued and articulate case to be cautious of those they call 'woke'. I would concur that rewriting Roald Dahl or even Shakespeare is not only farcical but also, frankly, hazardous when the full consequences are taken into account.
However, now 'woke' is frequently also used as an expression to hush up or silence those who bring up real issues of social injustice and discrimination.
People who talk about the racism, homophobia, misogyny and other types of discrimination they experience are usually trolled and dismissed as 'woke'. It has become a term for bigots, abusers and trolls to conceal behind. Ed, Portsmouth
■ Colin from Frinton-on-Sea's statement about interest rates is very lucid. He identifies that the current difficulties are triggered by circumstances that have never been experienced before in the economy.
To implement the customary bankers' solution to control inflation caused by one-of-a-kind circumstances is evidently not the answer. Raising interest rates obviously contributes to inflation with higher mortgages, rents, food prices, augmented costs to food production and delivery.
(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) Households are struggling in the cost of living crisis
This might have worked if households had surplus cash to endure the storm, but most individuals are on their knees from two years of Covid and a recession, essentially. This means that extra costs imposed by the banks will lead to more issues for many people, particularly those already encountering difficulty. Jim Bell, Acton
■ In his favor of republics over monarchies, Dr Peter Vlachos of Greenwich University offers Senegal as a 'peaceful' instance of the former.
It's worth noting that Senegal's opposition leader is facing trial for what he claims is a politically charged defamation charge designed to stop him from standing in the next election.
(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) Aung San Suu Kyi
We might also contemplate Malaysia too – a monarchy – versus, Burma, now Myanmar, which refused to have anything to do with the British Empire post-independence in 1948 and where their 77-year-old elected leader Aung San Suu Kyi is serving 33 years in prison. Leslie, Harpenden
■ Jeremy Corbyn has been officially blocked from running as a Labour MP at the next general election.
The party's former leader was prohibited after a motion from his successor, Sir Keir Starmer, was endorsed 22 votes to 12 by its National Executive Committee.
Would Sir Keir Starmer have the courage to stand against independent candidate Jeremy Corbyn in Islington North in the next election? Snowball's chance in hell. Rick, Hereford
(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) Breastfeeding in a public place can stir up debate
■ Anna pens in support of the mum asked to cease breastfeeding her baby in a public pool.
Many people are in favor of breastfeeding, just not inside a public pool. The infant will be ill and the pool will have to be closed.
I don't understand why mothers think they have the right to do whatever they want, whenever they want, for the sake of their child. You wouldn't allow a three-year-old to eat a packed lunch in the pool for the same reason.
Today Metro readers are still discussing the meaning of the word 'woke', whether breastfeeding in a pool is permissible, and how capable Harry Kane is. HG provides an articulate argument to be cautious of those labelled as 'woke', emphasizing the potential repercussions of rewriting Roald Dahl or Shakespeare. However, this term is now commonly used to silence those who bring up genuine issues of discrimination. Colin from Frinton-on-Sea is rational in his comment about interest rates, noting that the standard bankers' solution may not be suitable for the unprecedented circumstances. The cost of living has been a challenge for households as most do not have funds to survive the current economic crisis, so an increase in interest rates can only cause further hardship. Dr Peter Vlachos of Greenwich University cites Senegal to illustrate his point, yet omits the fact that the opposition leader is facing trial on what he believes is a politically motivated charge. Aung San Suu Kyi in Myanmar is another example of a leader imprisoned despite being elected. Jeremy Corbyn has been stopped from standing as a Labour MP in the next general election by Keir Starmer's motion, which was approved by the National Executive Committee. Anna expresses her opinion on breastfeeding in a public pool, arguing that while it should be allowed, it is not appropriate in this setting.
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