Åsa JanssonSocialism and the Rise of the Far Right: Challenges for the Labour LeftDuring the 134th Durham Miners’ Gala last Saturday, a group of people from former UKIP:er Anne Marie Waters’ party ‘For Britain’ attempted…Jul 18, 2018Jul 18, 2018
Åsa JanssonMental Health and the Culture of ConfessionThis post was originally published in 2015, as a response to the Time to Talk initiative run by mental health charities Mind and Rethink…Jun 13, 2018Jun 13, 2018
Åsa JanssonThe Argument Against Women Only Train CarriagesEarly last week, Labour MP Chris Williamson suggested that women only train carriages could be a way to redress a supposed increase in…Sep 2, 2017Sep 2, 2017
Åsa JanssonA few thoughts on Corbyn’s speechCorbyn’s speech on “terrorism” and foreign policy is a step in the right direction. But it’s a little too easy, a little too lazy, to…May 26, 2017May 26, 2017
Åsa JanssonBlurred Lines? Assange, Rape Culture and Progressive PoliticsWith Britain in the midst of an election campaign and Donald Trump on a mission to piss off anyone who might still be able to just about…May 21, 2017May 21, 2017
Åsa JanssonOn Hard and Soft Politics“We have a choice between politics which foster empathy, and policies that foster greed, resentment, estrangement and alienation.” — LowkeyMay 20, 2017May 20, 2017
Åsa JanssonSolidarity and the Privilege of ChoiceThis post was originally published on my personal blog in the aftermath of the 2015 general election in the UK. As we’re getting closer to…May 19, 2017May 19, 2017