A Gathering
Filed under: General
In the never-ending political debates we’re all probably familiar with the following phrases: ‘liberal’, ‘conservative’, ‘capitalist’, ‘socialist’, ‘democratic’ and ‘republic’. Yet the concept ofrarely garners mention despite its important influence in political systems in the West.
In short, meritocracy is a form of government that is determined by merit or by ‘experts’. Plato was the first [...]
Economic growth may be more important for a society’s stability than is inherently understood. Indeed, the need for economic growth may owe something more to human psychology than just cold numbers – on three fronts no less. It may also be neccessary to secure the future generations in two regards.
Benjamin Friedman’sand studies in evolutionary psychology [...]
A small ‘stitched’ photo composite of the view from Northcliff Hill at night.
The much larger attempt is available here (2.6MB ). Some imperfections are admittedly evident.
Bloggers need a holiday too, so I’ll probably hold off posting until the New Year. Until then, have a great holiday.
The number of written posts will be light in this holiday period. They will instead be comprised mostly of photos taken.
“Intelligent Design”, that bogus disguise for religious Creationism, received another telling blow today as its proponents lost a significant court battle over the Dover School Board’s decision to include it in its science lessons as an alternative to Evolution.
In the court’s decision Judge John E. Jones ruled that the inclusion was a violation of constitutional [...]
(aka M&G Blogmark Wach)
Worst. Writing. Ever.
“While Gramsci accepted the analysis of capitalism put forward by Marx in the previous century and accepted that the struggle between the ruling class and the subordinate working class was the driving force that moved society forward, he did not embrace the traditional Marxist theory of power as very one-sided [...]
The people from Hellkom and the MyADSL forums are so cute. They actually think the much-heralded arrival of the glorious SNO is going to make a mite of difference to the South African telecommunications sector. Some competition may be better than none, but replacing a monopoly with a duopoly is hardly my idea of progress.
If [...]
I’m highly skeptical about any substantial deal being reached at theover the issue of First World nations subsidies and tariffs meant to assist their agricultural sectors. Indeed, the best option may then be to concede defeat and engage in a tactical retreat. One needed to allow a regrouping for fresh and potentially more successful action.
How [...]
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[L]ocal viewpoints on local/international affairs. That they aren't brain-dead like most local self-confessed 'intellectuals' is a bonus.
- Fifteen Minutes
[I'm] glad to report the arrival of a new blog written by a couple of 'conservative-libertarian' South Africans. Commentary is both well written and prolific and very much worth a visit.
- Southern Cross
[A] great new South African blog. Commentary.co.za brings us libertarian views on South Africa...
- Way South
Probably the busiest (in terms of number of postings) blog is Commentary... They write on everything from politics, sport, time travel and more.
- Fodder
Commentary.co.za is a fantastically well-written site with an indepth insight into South African politics. If you want the lowdown on what's happening in the corridors of power, this is the place to read it. These guys know their stuff.
- Cherryflava
Pompous, geeky and holier-than-thou.
- Gabbahead
