An Independent View: Simple needs; big decisions
On 9/11 2015, we witness yet another tragedy that is the result of political failure. The body of a three-year-old boy is washed up - face down - on a beach. And suddenly we begin to care. We begin to be angry. We rage against the dying of the light of a young life.
What can we do? As individuals, the truth is not much. But together, we can change the world. Those attending the protests tomorrow (Saturday noon, Old Steine) will be part of that change.
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Hide AdMeanwhile, we discuss whether we should "allow" 5,000 refugees or 20,000 refugees into our country. Whether "allowing" five refugee families into our city is an adequate response. We can send coats and clothes and shoes, to an increasing number of people whose simple need is to be "allowed" into our country, into our city.
In other news, we prepare to bomb Syria. And more young children are washed up on beaches, where no photographer is present.