Economics
Another economy is possible
“The neoliberal economy is a cultural artefact.” Culture can remake the economy into the one we need.
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Culture
We only win when we’re singing
Choirs are key to connection – and resisting.
Democracy
Swansea this Saturday | & Reflections on Barking
The Fête is on the road again, if you're in Swansea this Saturday, come along!
Culture
Beyond The Scroll
Real art is alive and well, and it’s plotting the fightback in South Yorkshire. Shit Tech watch out, Donny’s here.
Activism
The politics of AI and people power
The adoption of AI and its impact on our lives gives us a chance to reshape our politics. A guest post.
The beauty of the commons
In his new book, Despite it All, legendary environmental journalist Fred Pearce argues that it is our ancient and global heritage of caring for the places where we live that will help us navigate the dangerous times ahead.
Democracy
This is What Multicultural Democracy Looks Like
A guest post on the lessons from Gorton and Denton for multicultural democracy, from Lee Jasper, co-founder of Operation Black Vote and co-convenor of the Humanity Project.
Activism
We’ve heard enough about the failures of Britain’s water bosses – it’s time they went to jail
Our water is being polluted to make a handful of shareholders filthy rich.
Belonging
The Authority of the Streets
A call to arms for artists to lead the resistance.
Belonging
Being Cockney
If someone told you your local identity was dying, what would you do? Andy Green co-founded the Modern Cockney Festival.
Democracy
Jurors have sided with protestors yet again. Is this why Lammy wants to scrap them?
The courts have become a key battleground for democracy – no wonder our politicians are eager to control what happens in them.
Who’s afraid of the big Bad Bunny?
Will the haters ever learn that love is not a branding strategy?