This might sound totally paradoxical and contradictory, for how can a society that is mutually tolerant of multiple cultures, be intolerant? Nigel Pocock Some have argued that such an utopian vision of society could not be achieved without imposition from above. Given that there would no doubt be […]
In Focus
In Focus
The unspoken ideology in our society
True pluralism does not reside in an easy-going, indifferent, toleration, which does not care what other people think or do. Secular pluralism is an unspoken ideology in our society. Consequently, we must examine its hidden assumptions. Steve Latham There are two meanings of the term ‘secular’. It may […]
Latin Americans emphasise the unity of diversity
If being mestizo represents, above all else, a racial and cultural mix, then Latin Americans take this to its furthest and fullest extent, in terms of their culture, society and politics. – Claudio Chipana – People of mixed heritage, mestizos, are a challenge to racial purity and the idea of […]
Much ado on Southbank
London’s Southbank is one of the city’s locations not to be missed on sunny days or balmy evenings, especially the pedestrianized stretch between Waterloo Bridge and Blackfriars Bridge. Sean Sheehan The views up or down the Thames from either of these bridges are memorable and not to be […]
A thought-provoking exploration of faith and identity
Salman Rushdie’s latest novel, “Knife: meditation after an attempted murder”, continues his tradition of thought-provoking and boundary-pushing literature. Rushdie has often sparked controversy, particularly for his critiques of religion. His earlier works, especially “The satanic verses”, positioned him as a prominent figure in the debate over freedom of expression and […]