Richard Sedgley
@richardsedgley.bsky.social
Green Party supporter based in Cornwall, UK. Likes: culture, history, languages, politics, sport, theology. For: a more equal, inclusive, humane and sustainable society. My views. 🍉🌻
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"Liberty is the equal right and heritage of every child of man, without distinction of race, colour or sex." - Emily Hobhouse, 1913
The Battle For The Soul Of The Nation | Hannah Spencer | Zack Polanski
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The Battle For The Soul Of The Nation | Hannah Spencer | Zack Polanski
YouTube video by Bold Politics with Zack Polanski
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February 17, 2026 at 5:05 PM
The Battle For The Soul Of The Nation | Hannah Spencer | Zack Polanski
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Labour COLLAPSING In Gorton And Denton: Will Greens Or Reform DESTROY Starmer?
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Labour COLLAPSING In Gorton And Denton: Will Greens Or Reform DESTROY Starmer?
YouTube video by Owen Jones
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February 17, 2026 at 4:38 PM
Labour COLLAPSING In Gorton And Denton: Will Greens Or Reform DESTROY Starmer?
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"Daunting but doable": Europe urged to prepare for 3C of global heating
Advisory board member says Europe already paying price for lack of preparation but adapting is "not rocket science"
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Advisory board member says Europe already paying price for lack of preparation but adapting is "not rocket science"
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#ClimateAction 🌎
#ReasonsToVoteGreen 🌻
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‘Daunting but doable’: Europe urged to prepare for 3C of global heating
Advisory board member says adapting is ‘not rocket science’ but Europe already paying price for lack of preparation
www.theguardian.com
February 17, 2026 at 4:15 PM
"Daunting but doable": Europe urged to prepare for 3C of global heating
Advisory board member says Europe already paying price for lack of preparation but adapting is "not rocket science"
#VoteGreen 💚
#ClimateAction 🌎
#ReasonsToVoteGreen 🌻
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Advisory board member says Europe already paying price for lack of preparation but adapting is "not rocket science"
#VoteGreen 💚
#ClimateAction 🌎
#ReasonsToVoteGreen 🌻
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Book review: A Bright Cold Day: The wonder of George Orwell by Nathan Waddell
www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/202...
www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/202...
Book review: A Bright Cold Day: The wonder of George Orwell by Nathan Waddell
Richard Harries enjoys an appreciation of George Orwell alert to detail
www.churchtimes.co.uk
February 17, 2026 at 1:39 PM
Book review: A Bright Cold Day: The wonder of George Orwell by Nathan Waddell
www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/202...
www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/202...
Gorton and Denton by-election debate as candidates go head-to-head
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Gorton and Denton by-election debate as candidates go head-to-head
Gorton and Denton by-election candidates from five parties go head to head in a BBC debate.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 17, 2026 at 11:55 AM
Gorton and Denton by-election debate as candidates go head-to-head
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Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader, dies aged 84
A fixture in civil rights and Democratic politics since the 1960s, Jackson was once close to Martin Luther King Jr
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A fixture in civil rights and Democratic politics since the 1960s, Jackson was once close to Martin Luther King Jr
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Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader, dies aged 84
A fixture in civil rights and Democratic politics since the 1960s, Jackson was once close to Martin Luther King Jr
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February 17, 2026 at 11:25 AM
Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader, dies aged 84
A fixture in civil rights and Democratic politics since the 1960s, Jackson was once close to Martin Luther King Jr
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
A fixture in civil rights and Democratic politics since the 1960s, Jackson was once close to Martin Luther King Jr
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
How a new generation became enamoured by the Greens
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Forget Gen Z - When it comes to politics, it's all about Gen G
If it was up to young Britons to decide who should govern Britain after the next election, the Greens would win by a landslide. Here's why.
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February 17, 2026 at 8:44 AM
How a new generation became enamoured by the Greens
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Español o française? Learn a language because you love it, not because it’s useful | Letters
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Español o française? Learn a language because you love it, not because it’s useful | Letters
Letters: Readers respond to an article by Gary Nunn who says learning Spanish has never been cooler
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February 16, 2026 at 10:55 PM
Español o française? Learn a language because you love it, not because it’s useful | Letters
www.theguardian.com/education/20...
www.theguardian.com/education/20...
Clara Mattei: capitalism is not natural - it’s enforced
YouTube video by Channel 4 News
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February 16, 2026 at 8:23 PM
Under Capitalism, Democracy Stops at the Economy
In Escape From Capitalism, economist Clara Mattei offers an uncompromising defence of a Marxist account of society and makes the case for democratic control of the economy.
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In Escape From Capitalism, economist Clara Mattei offers an uncompromising defence of a Marxist account of society and makes the case for democratic control of the economy.
jacobin.com/2026/02/capi...
Under Capitalism, Democracy Stops at the Economy
In Escape From Capitalism, economist Clara Mattei offers an uncompromising defense of a Marxist account of society and makes the case for democratic control of the economy.
jacobin.com
February 16, 2026 at 7:38 PM
Under Capitalism, Democracy Stops at the Economy
In Escape From Capitalism, economist Clara Mattei offers an uncompromising defence of a Marxist account of society and makes the case for democratic control of the economy.
jacobin.com/2026/02/capi...
In Escape From Capitalism, economist Clara Mattei offers an uncompromising defence of a Marxist account of society and makes the case for democratic control of the economy.
jacobin.com/2026/02/capi...
The Clash - Charlie Don't Surf (Remastered - Official Audio)
YouTube video by theclashVEVO
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February 16, 2026 at 7:37 PM
Female athletes hit back at "weird" and "derogatory" comments about their appearance
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Female athletes hit back at 'weird' and 'derogatory' comments about their appearance
Sporting stars describe unsolicited comments about their looks, as a survey suggests fewer girls have ambitions to become top athletes.
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February 16, 2026 at 6:25 PM
Female athletes hit back at "weird" and "derogatory" comments about their appearance
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All you need is love | Satish Kumar
We need to establish a dominion of love on this precious planet Earth: A love manifesto.
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We need to establish a dominion of love on this precious planet Earth: A love manifesto.
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All you need is love
We need to establish a dominion of love on this precious planet Earth: A love manifesto.
theecologist.org
February 16, 2026 at 11:58 AM
All you need is love | Satish Kumar
We need to establish a dominion of love on this precious planet Earth: A love manifesto.
theecologist.org/2026/feb/05/...
We need to establish a dominion of love on this precious planet Earth: A love manifesto.
theecologist.org/2026/feb/05/...
Every vote is up for grabs in Gorton and Denton by-election
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Every vote is up for grabs in Gorton and Denton by-election
All eyes are on the Greater Manchester constituency ahead of 26 February's hugely important by-election.
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February 16, 2026 at 11:36 AM
Every vote is up for grabs in Gorton and Denton by-election
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Keir Starmer has a unique talent – to alienate absolutely everyone | Nesrine Malik
Who is his constituency now? Not the left or the right – and not the centre any more. That’s why there’s been a nosedive in the polls
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Who is his constituency now? Not the left or the right – and not the centre any more. That’s why there’s been a nosedive in the polls
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Keir Starmer has a unique talent – to alienate absolutely everyone | Nesrine Malik
Who is his constituency now? Not the left or the right – and not the centre any more. That’s why there’s been a nosedive in the polls, says Guardian columnist Nesrine Malik
www.theguardian.com
February 16, 2026 at 10:10 AM
Keir Starmer has a unique talent – to alienate absolutely everyone | Nesrine Malik
Who is his constituency now? Not the left or the right – and not the centre any more. That’s why there’s been a nosedive in the polls
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Who is his constituency now? Not the left or the right – and not the centre any more. That’s why there’s been a nosedive in the polls
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Caroline Lucas and George Monbiot to speak at events in Scotland
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Caroline Lucas and George Monbiot to speak at events in Scotland
SPEAKERS including the Green Party’s first MP and one of the UK’s foremost left-wing journalists have been announced for an upcoming festival in…
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February 16, 2026 at 9:39 AM
Caroline Lucas and George Monbiot to speak at events in Scotland
www.thenational.scot/news/2585371...
www.thenational.scot/news/2585371...
Fairness could determine whether climate plans succeed or collapse
"A new study warns that when these scenarios overlook equity and justice, even technically sound climate plans can struggle to gain political support."
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"A new study warns that when these scenarios overlook equity and justice, even technically sound climate plans can struggle to gain political support."
www.earth.com/news/fairnes...
Fairness could determine whether climate plans succeed or collapse
Climate scenarios must include fairness and equity to create realistic emissions pathways and support global cooperation.
www.earth.com
February 15, 2026 at 10:43 PM
Fairness could determine whether climate plans succeed or collapse
"A new study warns that when these scenarios overlook equity and justice, even technically sound climate plans can struggle to gain political support."
www.earth.com/news/fairnes...
"A new study warns that when these scenarios overlook equity and justice, even technically sound climate plans can struggle to gain political support."
www.earth.com/news/fairnes...
Eni Aluko doesn't deserve harsh pile-on - but Laura Woods has nailed pundit debate
The men's game has changed for the better... to "gate-keep" the women's game would be the wrong step - but Eni Aluko does not deserve the criticism coming her way
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The men's game has changed for the better... to "gate-keep" the women's game would be the wrong step - but Eni Aluko does not deserve the criticism coming her way
www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...
Eni Aluko doesn't deserve harsh pile-on but Laura Woods has nailed pundit debate
The men's game has changed for the better... to "gate-keep" the women's game would be the wrong step - but Eni Aluko does not deserve the criticism coming her way
www.mirror.co.uk
February 15, 2026 at 9:47 PM
Eni Aluko doesn't deserve harsh pile-on - but Laura Woods has nailed pundit debate
The men's game has changed for the better... to "gate-keep" the women's game would be the wrong step - but Eni Aluko does not deserve the criticism coming her way
www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...
The men's game has changed for the better... to "gate-keep" the women's game would be the wrong step - but Eni Aluko does not deserve the criticism coming her way
www.mirror.co.uk/sport/footba...
Zack Polanski warns of "Starmer’s surveillance state" after Palestine Action win
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Zack Polanski warns of ‘Starmer’s surveillance state’ after Palestine Action win
ZACK Polanski has urged the UK Government to move away from “Starmer’s surveillance state” following Palestine Action’s court win.
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February 15, 2026 at 9:38 PM
Zack Polanski warns of "Starmer’s surveillance state" after Palestine Action win
www.thenational.scot/news/2585649...
www.thenational.scot/news/2585649...
Analysis: Bias affects how the world is seen
This applies to both theologians and scientists, writes Andrew Davison
www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/202...
This applies to both theologians and scientists, writes Andrew Davison
www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/202...
Analysis: Bias affects how the world is seen
This applies to both theologians and scientists, writes Andrew Davison
www.churchtimes.co.uk
February 15, 2026 at 9:36 PM
Analysis: Bias affects how the world is seen
This applies to both theologians and scientists, writes Andrew Davison
www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/202...
This applies to both theologians and scientists, writes Andrew Davison
www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/202...
If you want to know what Reform would be like in power, look at how it threatened Bangor University | Gaby Hinsliff
A debating society didn’t want to invite two figures connected to the party to speak. Cue an authoritarian response
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A debating society didn’t want to invite two figures connected to the party to speak. Cue an authoritarian response
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If you want to know what Reform would be like in power, look at how it threatened Bangor University | Gaby Hinsliff
A debating society didn’t want to invite two figures connected to the party to speak. Cue an authoritarian response, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff
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February 15, 2026 at 9:34 PM
If you want to know what Reform would be like in power, look at how it threatened Bangor University | Gaby Hinsliff
A debating society didn’t want to invite two figures connected to the party to speak. Cue an authoritarian response
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
A debating society didn’t want to invite two figures connected to the party to speak. Cue an authoritarian response
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
The super-rich have won at life – so why are they always complaining?
The state of the world has made the likes of Jim Ratcliffe wealthy beyond comprehension - so what is he moaning about?
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The state of the world has made the likes of Jim Ratcliffe wealthy beyond comprehension - so what is he moaning about?
www.thelondoneconomic.com/opinion/jim-...
The super-rich have won at life - so why are they always complaining?
The people with wealth many of us can barely comprehend seem to always be the voices complaining the loudest.
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February 15, 2026 at 7:57 PM
The super-rich have won at life – so why are they always complaining?
The state of the world has made the likes of Jim Ratcliffe wealthy beyond comprehension - so what is he moaning about?
www.thelondoneconomic.com/opinion/jim-...
The state of the world has made the likes of Jim Ratcliffe wealthy beyond comprehension - so what is he moaning about?
www.thelondoneconomic.com/opinion/jim-...