Monthly Archives: May 2024

Democracy relies on openness, on the fullest possible exposure of government to the public. At its heart is good journalism, such as David Killick’s last week describing some uncomfortable truths about how our state bureaucracy works. Or rather, doesn’t. Democracy … Continue reading →

The rise of strongman politics, contemptuous of democracy and backed by obscene wealth, is making it harder than ever to find truth in an ocean of disinformation and lies. In these distressing times we need more than ever people dedicated … Continue reading →

We have made our bed and now we must lie in it. After 11 consecutive months of global mean temperatures well clear of all previous monthly records, it too late to avoid serious damage from human-caused climate change. Background warming will … Continue reading →