So now the boys in blue are told to ignore the burglaries, door-step theft, internet fraud, grooming gangs, modern slavery - but instead to crack on with arresting pesky Tweeters.
Will we wake to headlines about the Frock Boys being arrested for their "Kill A Terf" tweets, banners and speeches? Not holding my breath...
I am heartened by the positive coverage Glinner has received from all over the western world. What about our own BBC? Anything at all?
Thanks for collating all this, Dusty; like you I hope it’s going to light the blue touch paper.
NB I had a poster in the 70s from a feminist book shop in Manchester with the title of John Lennon’s song with a crowd of women on it. No one would sell that poster these days.
BBC Newsnight interviewed Zack Polanski who supported the arrest though wondered whether 5 armed police might be a wee bit too much. Though the expression on Arlene Foster's face while he said that was priceless I decided to skip that one...but here it is:
Yes that song is a bit of a 'free speech' song in itself!!
One of my favourite writers, Joseph Conrad, wrote an early novel in 1897 called the Nigger of the Narcissus which was actually a very sympathetic depiction of a black sailor who fell ill on a voyage. I think you would only find it now with the title The Children of the Sea if you can find it at all!!
In the preface Conrad wrote:
"A work that aspires, however humbly, to the condition of art should carry its justification in every line"
To expand on that I am saying that , though nowadays the N word should not be used because it is almost solely used in a derogatory way ( though I wouldn't arrest anyone for using it - free speech and all that) its historical use should not be expunged from the record.
Zack Polanski is the epitome of an insane leftie. If women can grow bigger breasts by thinking about it, why can’t the Greens solve climate change by thinking about it.
Exactly, TT . My wife informs me that Terfs on X are calling him Dr Hypnoboobs 😂
Not even Owen Jones or Keir Starmer have spoken in favour of Glinner's arrest. I am sorry but if there are any GC people left in the English Greens they need their head examined!!
Dusty
NB It might be a good idea if the Greens returned to talking about the environment instead!!!
Yes indeed. I was a great fan of Conrad in my youth. I studied The Secret Sharer, amongst other works, for O level literature. I read the book you mentioned, along with Heart of Darkness & Lord Jim; a wonderful writer.
Arlene Foster’s got a face like she’s swallowed a wasp’s nest.
The next government not only needs a raft of legislative changes, but a big broom to sweep through the civil service, education, the police, the health service - the whole executive branch. I want anyone and everyone involved in pushing the whole woke agenda sitting at the curbside with a box of their executive toys, rueing the day they ever tried to ruin society.
Wish I could be there to support Graham today. He really didn’t need the extra stress from the latest nonsense brought down on him at the behest of the TRAs!
Thank you for summarising all the recent events so brilliantly Dusty! - it’s been a particularly busy week work wise for me therefore catching up has been tricky but your updates have been such great round ups! However that being said… I don’t think any of us have been as busy as you!!! I know you feel like your fingers are ready to drop off documenting everything… but hang in there you’re doing great!
We’re seeing Leo Kearse (and Francis Foster) at their comedy gig near the end of the month. Can’t wait!
Contribution made to Graham's crowdfund. This incident would be seen as satire if it hadn't really happened.
Well done, Allison and yes you are right
Dusty
Nice work, Plods!
So now the boys in blue are told to ignore the burglaries, door-step theft, internet fraud, grooming gangs, modern slavery - but instead to crack on with arresting pesky Tweeters.
Will we wake to headlines about the Frock Boys being arrested for their "Kill A Terf" tweets, banners and speeches? Not holding my breath...
Hi Patricia
No I'm not holding my breath. But I wonder if this is a tipping point? Don't want to get too hopeful!!!!
Hope you noticed your song. BTW you have three choices left if you want to use them 😊
Dusty
I did!
I'd totally forgotten.
Cheers
& thanks a bunch for all you do.
You're welcome.
Look forward to your next three choices 😊
Dusty
Great to see how far and wide this story has spread. It’s now clear for all to see, what’s happening here.
Yes, TT the coverage is amazing!! And the vast majority is appalled by what has happened.
But what happens next?
Dusty
I am heartened by the positive coverage Glinner has received from all over the western world. What about our own BBC? Anything at all?
Thanks for collating all this, Dusty; like you I hope it’s going to light the blue touch paper.
NB I had a poster in the 70s from a feminist book shop in Manchester with the title of John Lennon’s song with a crowd of women on it. No one would sell that poster these days.
You're welcome, Liz.
BBC Newsnight interviewed Zack Polanski who supported the arrest though wondered whether 5 armed police might be a wee bit too much. Though the expression on Arlene Foster's face while he said that was priceless I decided to skip that one...but here it is:
https://www.tiktok.com/@newsnightbbc/video/7545921827843984662
Yes that song is a bit of a 'free speech' song in itself!!
One of my favourite writers, Joseph Conrad, wrote an early novel in 1897 called the Nigger of the Narcissus which was actually a very sympathetic depiction of a black sailor who fell ill on a voyage. I think you would only find it now with the title The Children of the Sea if you can find it at all!!
In the preface Conrad wrote:
"A work that aspires, however humbly, to the condition of art should carry its justification in every line"
Dusty
To expand on that I am saying that , though nowadays the N word should not be used because it is almost solely used in a derogatory way ( though I wouldn't arrest anyone for using it - free speech and all that) its historical use should not be expunged from the record.
Dusty
Zack Polanski is the epitome of an insane leftie. If women can grow bigger breasts by thinking about it, why can’t the Greens solve climate change by thinking about it.
Exactly, TT . My wife informs me that Terfs on X are calling him Dr Hypnoboobs 😂
Not even Owen Jones or Keir Starmer have spoken in favour of Glinner's arrest. I am sorry but if there are any GC people left in the English Greens they need their head examined!!
Dusty
NB It might be a good idea if the Greens returned to talking about the environment instead!!!
Yes indeed. I was a great fan of Conrad in my youth. I studied The Secret Sharer, amongst other works, for O level literature. I read the book you mentioned, along with Heart of Darkness & Lord Jim; a wonderful writer.
Arlene Foster’s got a face like she’s swallowed a wasp’s nest.
#JeSuisGraham
Hi Liz
Great, another Conrad fan 😊
I would also recommend Nostromo.
Apocalypse Now was, of course, loosely based on Heart of Darkness.
Dusty
Good description of Arlene Foster 🤣
Me too.
The next government not only needs a raft of legislative changes, but a big broom to sweep through the civil service, education, the police, the health service - the whole executive branch. I want anyone and everyone involved in pushing the whole woke agenda sitting at the curbside with a box of their executive toys, rueing the day they ever tried to ruin society.
Haha yes indeed, Jeremy.
Got to deal with the Deep State!
Dusty
Exactly right Jeremy.
Wish I could be there to support Graham today. He really didn’t need the extra stress from the latest nonsense brought down on him at the behest of the TRAs!
Thank you for summarising all the recent events so brilliantly Dusty! - it’s been a particularly busy week work wise for me therefore catching up has been tricky but your updates have been such great round ups! However that being said… I don’t think any of us have been as busy as you!!! I know you feel like your fingers are ready to drop off documenting everything… but hang in there you’re doing great!
We’re seeing Leo Kearse (and Francis Foster) at their comedy gig near the end of the month. Can’t wait!
Thank you, Nicola, it has been a crazy week!
Leo and Francis will be great I'm sure - Leo's take on the Glinner arrest was brilliant.
Dusty
NB Hope you enjoyed your latest song 😊
Freddie and the Dreamers on Dusty’s Substack! I can die happy now! Much obliged
You're welcome. Great song choices 😊