Monthly Archives: October 2011

Good News on Primogeniture, But Sexism Still Persists

Posted on 28 October 2011 by Robert

Good news from the Commonwealth Heads of Government conference in Perth – the Royal succession rules will be changed to end the male primogeniture rule. Not before time. I’ve argued previously, on several occasions, that the existing law enshrined sexism … Continue reading →

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Trainyard and Neural Pathways

Posted on 19 October 2011 by Robert

Trainyard works wonderfully well as a metaphor for neural pathways Continue reading →

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Power Politics and Revolution in Albert Square

Posted on 3 October 2011 by Robert

Last week, a fascinating storyline emerged in Eastenders. It’s all about the weak standing up to the strong. Bald bully Phil Mitchell (Steve MacFadden) is pursuing a vindictive vendetta against cheery Minute Mart Manager, Patrick Trueman (Rudolph Walker). Patrick saw … Continue reading →

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