The appearance of a bright blue shirt
During a politics seminar at Kingston University the topic ‘women, politics and discrimination’ was discussed. It was argued that one could look at the issue from a ‘new’ angle and say there are not too few women in politics but too many men. Most of those present soon agreed that this was an old issue … Read more
If only they had told him
He was not particularly good-looking nor was he athletic or very clever. He was clumsy in his presence and even though he was kind of funny, he weren’t able to tell his jokes in a convincing way. This was the way it had always been, Peter thought. He couldn’t expect anything else in this place … Read more
Determination
In the wake of the kony2012 wave, reports which called the movement a ‘scam’ and ‘misleading’ popped up all over the web. I am one of those gullible and unsuspecting people who shared and encouraged others to take part in the wave. And now I have to accept the criticism. I will gladly be the … Read more
Kony 2012: You matter
An internet operation is currently spreading through social networks to set focus on the ongoing abuse of children in Uganda executed by the guerilla group LRA, Lord’s Resistance Army, led by Joseph Kony. The operation, featured by a recently uploaded youtube video which you can watch under, have engaged people from all over the world … Read more
Small golden fairies
He opened his eyes slowly. Small golden fairies danced on the ceiling. He turned his head to the left. A red alarm clock was on his bedside table. One minute to eight. He always woke up before it rang, but still reset it every evening. His jacket and tie still hung over the chair. The … Read more
Magnus Peter Harnes. @harnesjourno. Kingston University. London. Got a story? Send me a tip.
