I digress … thoughts on fish & the environment
Belgium is a remarkable country. 1960s Socialists Live Here The Socialist Parties (French and Dutch speaking versions) really are genuine socialists. The Flemish Socialists being less so than their Walloon sister party. But, as a British Labour Party member, they seem to be re-reading Eric Heffer’s speeches Twinning with North Korea That Wallonia seems to … Read more
I switched to my mac book about 10 years ago. I’ve never looked back, they work, the blue screen of death which killed off the thesis just before you due to submit don’t appear, and are simple to use. 14 Beautiful Lessons to Create Excellence Walter Isaacson in HBO April 2012 edition provides a useful … Read more
It is a wonderful summer day in Brussels. The sun is out, streets deserted, and all is well. The Belgium Model – Feed the Rich, Kill the Middle Class Ah, but there still is income tax is still kicking in at around 50%. The government is still bailing out their friends at Dexia, a crony … Read more
How do you connect quickly with a politician or policy maker. The traditional path is the position paper. It has its place. But, often position papers are organic cures for insomnia. I have a few by my bed side cabinet to help bring the sleep and dreams. They are amazingly effective. 2 paragraphs down I … Read more