Category Archives: war

What is the public interest in an undeclared war? Leveson Inquiry connection to the Iraq War

Posted on June 27, 2012 by lawrence serewicz

Was the Iraq war a declared war that demonstrated an existential threat to the United Kingdom against which the public had to be consulted?  Lord Hennessy in his testimony to the Post Legislative Scrutiny of the Freedom of Information Act … Continue reading →

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A modest defense of democracy: three cheers for Blair, Cameron, and Clinton

Posted on June 18, 2012 by lawrence serewicz

I am not convinced that Leveson Inquiry shows a diminished democracy.  Instead, we have been treated to an eye opening view of how modern democracy works.  In the past, much of this would not be known or understood. Like the … Continue reading →

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Why we need governments in cyberspace: a response to the Strongest Tribe article

Posted on June 5, 2012 by lawrence serewicz

In the article, you set out a serious of arguments, implicit and explicit, about the need, or lack thereof, for governments in cyberspace.  In particular, you argue that the United States is the strongest tribe. There are some concerns with … Continue reading →

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Leveson: Blair provides a political master class

Posted on May 28, 2012 by lawrence serewicz

What was striking about Blair’s testimony before Leveson today was his ability to be friends with all parts of the media. In this role, he was showing his skill as a politician. In time, like any leader he will reach … Continue reading →

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Homs, Syria: The modern day Melian Dialogue: The strong do as they will; the weak do as they must.

Posted on February 23, 2012 by lawrence serewicz

In Syria, we are seeing a lesson first taught in ancient Greece when Athens destroyed the city of Melos.  The Melian dialogue is well remembered for the powerful sentence that the strong do as they will; the weak do as … Continue reading →

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Patton would have shot Haig: Thoughts on rehabilitating “The Butcher”

Posted on February 11, 2012 by lawrence serewicz

I was intrigued to hear the other morning on Radio4 that a lecture was to be given today about Field Marshall Haig. The lecturer (Professor Sheffield) suggested that Haig should be reconsidered given the harsh treatment from reassessment of his … Continue reading →

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