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The Harkles actual essay is found here.
www.standard.co.uk
Quite obviously not written by either of them and the writer isn't afraid to embrace a cliche or two. But as racism is (obviously) bad and equality of opportunity is (equally obviously) good, it's fine enough in a bland way.
Here are the opening three paragraphs. You could not get any more Royal, entitled or patronising. Notice that they assume that they are the all-powerful judges of whether 'sufficient progress' has been made in British society.
In celebration of Britain’s Black History Month, we are today recognising a group of notable leaders whose influence is making a positive and lasting impact on British culture.
In addition to highlighting their contribution to society, we asked them to identify another member of the black community in Britain whose cause-driven work is creating a lasting legacy for the next generation of Brits.
Black History Month allows us all an opportunity to reflect upon the often unrecognised contributions people of colour have made that add to the richness and strength of this great nation. It is a month that celebrates the diversity of our community and of black British excellence.
Throughout this list you will see people we hope will inspire and motivate you. Especially at this time, it is exciting to be able to celebrate those who are making an impact.
Through their own actions, in their own unique ways, they are making a positive difference in the lives of others.
Some may question why this is needed, or why we think it is important. For us, it is about education and awareness.
As we look at society today, there has been unquestionable progress in the three decades since Black History Month was formally established in the UK, yet in many ways sufficient progress has not been achieved.
It ends up with this
We cannot change history, nor can we edit our past. But we can define our future as one that is inclusive, as one that is equal, and one that is colourful. We are a better nation because of the people you see in this list.
It's not a surprise that no-one's booking them for speeches, is it?
Our Next Gen Trailblazers list will champion Black Britons' triumphs
In celebration of Britain’s Black History Month, we are today recognising a group of notable leaders whose influence is making a positive and lasting impact on British culture.
Quite obviously not written by either of them and the writer isn't afraid to embrace a cliche or two. But as racism is (obviously) bad and equality of opportunity is (equally obviously) good, it's fine enough in a bland way.
Here are the opening three paragraphs. You could not get any more Royal, entitled or patronising. Notice that they assume that they are the all-powerful judges of whether 'sufficient progress' has been made in British society.
In celebration of Britain’s Black History Month, we are today recognising a group of notable leaders whose influence is making a positive and lasting impact on British culture.
In addition to highlighting their contribution to society, we asked them to identify another member of the black community in Britain whose cause-driven work is creating a lasting legacy for the next generation of Brits.
Black History Month allows us all an opportunity to reflect upon the often unrecognised contributions people of colour have made that add to the richness and strength of this great nation. It is a month that celebrates the diversity of our community and of black British excellence.
Throughout this list you will see people we hope will inspire and motivate you. Especially at this time, it is exciting to be able to celebrate those who are making an impact.
Through their own actions, in their own unique ways, they are making a positive difference in the lives of others.
Some may question why this is needed, or why we think it is important. For us, it is about education and awareness.
As we look at society today, there has been unquestionable progress in the three decades since Black History Month was formally established in the UK, yet in many ways sufficient progress has not been achieved.
It ends up with this
We cannot change history, nor can we edit our past. But we can define our future as one that is inclusive, as one that is equal, and one that is colourful. We are a better nation because of the people you see in this list.
It's not a surprise that no-one's booking them for speeches, is it?
Try as I might I just cannot read this stuff. It’s the literary equivalent of Muzak. Fills a space but soooo forgetable. The only good thing is that it makes me quite snoozy if I read it just before bedtime.
She's already been constructed in a lab and frozen.
I strongly believe that they got all that sorted out on their secret honeymoon
. The laws on surrogacy are different in the US so no faffing about needed with a moonbump.
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