Category Archives: Social Comment

The True Saint George: Why He Deserves a Better Flag

The flag of St. George is a symbol of compassion, protection, and a global spirit. It belongs to all of us who are willing to fight for what is right, regardless of where we come from. I believe it’s time we took back the true meaning of the St. George’s Cross.

Redefining Value in a Work-Driven Society

We possess the collective capacity to foster a society where everyone is genuinely cared for. We could ensure a decent standard of living, robust safety nets, truly flexible working arrangements, inclusive environments, and a far more adaptable and engaging approach to the entire world of work.

A Mirror to Brokenness

The current situation demands urgent and comprehensive change. We can no longer afford incremental progress. We must invest in our communities, empower our young people, and strive to create a society in which all individuals have the opportunity to thrive. This is not an idealistic aspiration but a fundamental matter of human rights.

The Unfolding Canvas: Art, Revolution, and the Search for Common Ground

How can we reclaim our creative selves, our intuitive capacity for wonder? How can we assert the centrality of art to our humanity, its power to solve problems, foster collaboration, and generate joy? How can creativity and art become pathways out of conflict?

Dreaming and Greening

This week, my focus has been on the burgeoning life in my garden and the subtle greening happening in my community. It’s a community that faces a stark reality: a mere 3% canopy cover. This leaves our terraced streets vulnerable to sweltering heat in the summer, the concrete and lack of shade creating a desert-likeContinue reading “Dreaming and Greening”