On this day in 1649 the traitor Charles Stuart was beheaded. It was a fundamental mistake, but he made it almost impossible to avoid. Sadly, this first attempt at becoming a #Republic failed because, unlike the later revolution in France, it did not begin with a new constitution #DemocracyIsAJourney
January 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM
On this day in 1649 the traitor Charles Stuart was beheaded. It was a fundamental mistake, but he made it almost impossible to avoid. Sadly, this first attempt at becoming a #Republic failed because, unlike the later revolution in France, it did not begin with a new constitution #DemocracyIsAJourney
But the best democracies have leaders who act as a kind of committee chair rather than the (very outdated and damaging) monarchic model.
Elizabeth Windsor was the best monarch we have had so far because her power was limited.
#DemocracyIsAJourney
Elizabeth Windsor was the best monarch we have had so far because her power was limited.
#DemocracyIsAJourney
August 10, 2025 at 7:38 AM
But the best democracies have leaders who act as a kind of committee chair rather than the (very outdated and damaging) monarchic model.
Elizabeth Windsor was the best monarch we have had so far because her power was limited.
#DemocracyIsAJourney
Elizabeth Windsor was the best monarch we have had so far because her power was limited.
#DemocracyIsAJourney
What evidence is there that the #UKGov #petition system has improved #democracy? #DemocracyIsAJourney
May 9, 2025 at 3:19 AM
What evidence is there that the #UKGov #petition system has improved #democracy? #DemocracyIsAJourney
Elections demonstrate how easily large numbers of us can be distracted; how we generally like to oversimplify issues; and how much we can be deceived. Most of all they show us that #DemocracyIsAJourney
January 23, 2025 at 10:32 AM
Elections demonstrate how easily large numbers of us can be distracted; how we generally like to oversimplify issues; and how much we can be deceived. Most of all they show us that #DemocracyIsAJourney
Britain should be a #republic, not because of the misdemeanors of individuals but because #monarchy is an anachronism. It presides over a system of #inequlity, #patronage and #colonialism that has no place in modern #democracies #DemocracyIsAJourney #democracy
November 1, 2025 at 10:24 PM
Britain should be a #republic, not because of the misdemeanors of individuals but because #monarchy is an anachronism. It presides over a system of #inequlity, #patronage and #colonialism that has no place in modern #democracies #DemocracyIsAJourney #democracy
The majority of the people of England may not have wanted #democracy in 1649. At what point does democracy become legitimate? #DemocracyIsAJourney
February 1, 2025 at 4:23 AM
The majority of the people of England may not have wanted #democracy in 1649. At what point does democracy become legitimate? #DemocracyIsAJourney
If you are against a politician it's vital not to publicise them. Far better to promote what you believe in than to decry what you oppose. It's all about the clicks. #DemocracyIsAJourney
May 20, 2025 at 7:06 AM
If you are against a politician it's vital not to publicise them. Far better to promote what you believe in than to decry what you oppose. It's all about the clicks. #DemocracyIsAJourney
I've long suspected that power appeals to that minority of humans who have little or no empathy. It's another reason why we need to share power as widely as possible. #DemocracyIsAJourney
March 1, 2025 at 9:31 AM
I've long suspected that power appeals to that minority of humans who have little or no empathy. It's another reason why we need to share power as widely as possible. #DemocracyIsAJourney
The USA was one of a few nations to adopt republicanism (the ideal, not the political party) early. You overthrew our monarch and pioneered a truly democratic (the ideal, not the political party) model. Don't throw it away now. #DemocracyIsAJourney
October 17, 2025 at 3:31 AM
The USA was one of a few nations to adopt republicanism (the ideal, not the political party) early. You overthrew our monarch and pioneered a truly democratic (the ideal, not the political party) model. Don't throw it away now. #DemocracyIsAJourney
"Many [nobles] have appropriated meadows and fields belonging to the towns [commons, which were at the disposal of all townspeople]. We want them returned to all of us in common." (Article 10) @guyshrubsole.bsky.social @georgemonbiot.bsky.social #DemocracyIsAJourney
April 2, 2025 at 3:21 PM
"Many [nobles] have appropriated meadows and fields belonging to the towns [commons, which were at the disposal of all townspeople]. We want them returned to all of us in common." (Article 10) @guyshrubsole.bsky.social @georgemonbiot.bsky.social #DemocracyIsAJourney
Just had a mealy-mouthed "on the one hand...but then...." response from my LibDem MP on this, clearly trying to work out where the votes are. #DemocracyIsAJourney
January 23, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Just had a mealy-mouthed "on the one hand...but then...." response from my LibDem MP on this, clearly trying to work out where the votes are. #DemocracyIsAJourney
"The people are, under God, the original of all just power; [and] the Commons of England, being chosen by and representing the people, have the supreme power in this nation." - statement of the 'Rump' Parliament, 4 January 1649 #DemocracyIsAJourney
February 1, 2025 at 4:04 AM
"The people are, under God, the original of all just power; [and] the Commons of England, being chosen by and representing the people, have the supreme power in this nation." - statement of the 'Rump' Parliament, 4 January 1649 #DemocracyIsAJourney
#Britain is one of the few countries left with no written #constitution. Is this just another way to maintain a ruling elite @jolyonmaugham.bsky.social? #DemocracyIsAJourney
February 22, 2025 at 5:07 PM
#Britain is one of the few countries left with no written #constitution. Is this just another way to maintain a ruling elite @jolyonmaugham.bsky.social? #DemocracyIsAJourney
#Authoritarian forms of #government can be told simply by their inability to recognise their own weaknesses and laugh at themselves. #DemocracyIsAJourney
June 30, 2025 at 6:10 PM
#Authoritarian forms of #government can be told simply by their inability to recognise their own weaknesses and laugh at themselves. #DemocracyIsAJourney
Sadly the obvious failure of this kind of idiot doesn't lead to greater #democracy; it just means we end up with more sly individuals coming forward. #DemocracyIsAJourney
March 19, 2025 at 7:31 AM
Sadly the obvious failure of this kind of idiot doesn't lead to greater #democracy; it just means we end up with more sly individuals coming forward. #DemocracyIsAJourney
Has anyone else noticed that their MP is not really there to serve their constituency? #DemocracyIsAJourney
January 29, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Has anyone else noticed that their MP is not really there to serve their constituency? #DemocracyIsAJourney
On this day in 1848 the Frankfurt National Assembly met for the first time, seeking to draw up a new democratic constitution for the united states of Germany #DemocracyIsAJourney #history #democracy #Germany #Deutschland
May 18, 2025 at 9:57 AM
On this day in 1848 the Frankfurt National Assembly met for the first time, seeking to draw up a new democratic constitution for the united states of Germany #DemocracyIsAJourney #history #democracy #Germany #Deutschland
Five hundred years ago (1525) the Twelve Articles (Zwölf Artikel) were published in Memmingen (Germany)....
#DemocracyIsAJourney
#DemocracyIsAJourney
April 2, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Five hundred years ago (1525) the Twelve Articles (Zwölf Artikel) were published in Memmingen (Germany)....
#DemocracyIsAJourney
#DemocracyIsAJourney
#Democracy is an exercise in curtailing #authoritarian government. #Democracyisajourney and needs to be continually renewed and curated.
June 29, 2025 at 7:17 AM
#Democracy is an exercise in curtailing #authoritarian government. #Democracyisajourney and needs to be continually renewed and curated.
The Police have set up ways to report crime. If you mention a crime on social media it isn't the same as reporting it. If you don't contact the Police by a recognised method they will ignore you. And so it goes. Know the system. #DemocracyIsAJourney /end.
November 5, 2025 at 8:04 AM
The Police have set up ways to report crime. If you mention a crime on social media it isn't the same as reporting it. If you don't contact the Police by a recognised method they will ignore you. And so it goes. Know the system. #DemocracyIsAJourney /end.
It's never going to be perfect, but the democratic process allows minorities to influence proceedings if conducted well. I created the hashtag #DemocracyIsAJourney and I'm still waiting for it to become a global mantra.
July 19, 2025 at 5:17 PM
It's never going to be perfect, but the democratic process allows minorities to influence proceedings if conducted well. I created the hashtag #DemocracyIsAJourney and I'm still waiting for it to become a global mantra.
Great news #RighttoRoam #nature #Dartmoor #NatureConnection #Democracy #DemocracyIsAJourney
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www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
Wild camping on Dartmoor is legal, supreme court rules
Case came to supreme court after court of appeal determined the term ‘open-air recreation’ included camping
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May 21, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Why not speak positively about a politician you support, rather than constantly advertise the one you hate? #politics #DemocracyIsAJourney
May 13, 2025 at 6:42 AM
Why not speak positively about a politician you support, rather than constantly advertise the one you hate? #politics #DemocracyIsAJourney
On this day in 1890 Japan held its first general election #DemocracyIsAJourney
July 1, 2025 at 7:02 PM
On this day in 1890 Japan held its first general election #DemocracyIsAJourney
It is increasingly clear that a minority are endangering the future of our species. Shockingly many of them are those we chose to lead us. #DemocracyIsAJourney
Climate breakdown is driven by a storm of lies. This lying is systemic, funded and coordinated, and operates across almost all media, old and new.
This week's column argues that we cannot fight the climate crisis without also fighting the epistemic crisis.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
This week's column argues that we cannot fight the climate crisis without also fighting the epistemic crisis.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Dark forces are preventing us fighting the climate crisis – by taking knowledge hostage | George Monbiot
The fundamental problem is this: that most of the means of communication are owned or influenced by the very rich, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
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November 16, 2025 at 11:09 AM
It is increasingly clear that a minority are endangering the future of our species. Shockingly many of them are those we chose to lead us. #DemocracyIsAJourney