Question the Powerful

Look at the way power & responsibility are distributed around society today and ask: can’t we do better? Question the Powerful promotes political understanding and democratic action through a range of publications, guidance, and talks. (For more info, click on ‘Henry Tam: Words & Politics’ under ‘Menu’).

Monday, 1 November 2010

On Strikers and Own Goals

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Strikers attract headlines. They are a focused and determined bunch. Nothing will deflect them from their goal – scoring in a cup final, s...

Saturday, 2 October 2010

Paint It Red

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I was in the middle of reading Drew Westen’s The Political Brain when I saw a white rabbit running past me muttering, “I’m late, I’m late.” ...

Wednesday, 1 September 2010

Anger Mismanagement

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A woman was recently caught on CCTV picking up an apparently healthy cat which didn’t belong to her and putting it into a wheelie bin, where...

Sunday, 1 August 2010

Another Coup on Animal Farm

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There has been yet another revolution on the old Manor Farm. The last grand pig leader was removed from the farm house, and the new occupan...

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Saturday, 3 July 2010

Against Power Inequalities

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The Cooperative Movement in the UK has been organising a fortnight of activities to promote awareness and understanding of the cooperative m...

Tuesday, 1 June 2010

A Mad Tea Party's Brewing

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The so-called ‘Tea Party’ movement in America is at first glance a curious brew. It appears to be a coming together of individuals who want...

Saturday, 1 May 2010

The Ultimate Horror Show

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Ever thought about our fascination with vampires, werewolves and zombies? They strike a visceral fear into us, far deeper than any other ki...

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Henry Benedict Tam: Director of ‘Question the Powerful’ project. Author of political studies and dystopian novels. Policy expert on community empowerment. Convenor of Communitarian Forum. Educator (WEA; Cambridge University; Visiting Professor, Birkbeck, London University).

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