Election Year or Fear!

[Andy_Faber]

Talking of Christmas Ads, seen the John Lewis one...Surprised Sarah Pochin not taking credit for the lack of black or Asian actors.

So you DO notice ethnicity.

The thing about the ethnicity in ads thing, having listened to lots and lots of discussion on the subject (and yes on mainstream media not socials) is that arts and media folk aren?t really interested in what the plebs think, they?ll do what they want

[Geoff Parkstone]

rA:"Where both Farage and Hitler are concerned I think one has to recognise their strengths. One can despise their messages and aims but danger lies if we just dismiss them as fools. They are/were both clever and, imo, unscrupulous politicians who communicate well and effectively, if dishonestly."

I don't say this often: spot on.

Dangers lie in dismissal

[SithHappens]

So you DO notice ethnicity.

The thing about the ethnicity in ads thing, having listened to lots and lots of discussion on the subject (and yes on mainstream media not socials) is that arts and media folk aren?t really interested in what the plebs think, they?ll do what they want

Never said I didn't notice. I said it didn't bother me. But probably did occur to me more yes considering recent outbursts.

[SithHappens]

https://ddnews.gov.in/en/fifa-launch...orld-cup-draw/

Can't think who's going to win this, any guesses?

[macstheman]

I love Christmas too, but it’s a bit ‘less is more’ for me. Christmas Eve, Christmas morning, Christmas Dinner, Turkey sandwiches, seasonal football and a pantomime with the grandkids are amongst my favourite things. ‘It’s the most wonderful time of the year’ is reserved for spring and the return of warmth and sunshine though for me.

'reserved for spring and the return of warmth and sunshine'........ When's that then?? 🤔

[Geoff Parkstone]

I believe from observing rA's liking for plenty of holidays each year warmth and sunshine probably come back in March

[Geoff Parkstone]

So, Christmas, the time for peace and good will to all men (other genders are available) or just another excuse for over the top commercialism and self indulgence?

I'd say for 95% of us its a lot more the latter than the former, but given the tenor of the debate on here over the last 12 months over social equality, diversity, inclusiveness and so forth, I rather assume that at least two of us merry band of brothers will be inviting some homeless people or asylum seekers into our homes to share the joy of Christian celebration, good food, mulled wine and the kings speech?

For one, I most certainly will not, but it would be interesting to hear the perspective of the more liberal, caring members of this cross section of society.

[SithHappens]

So, Christmas, the time for peace and good will to all men (other genders are available) or just another excuse for over the top commercialism and self indulgence?

I'd say for 95% of us its a lot more the latter than the former, but given the tenor of the debate on here over the last 12 months over social equality, diversity, inclusiveness and so forth, I rather assume that at least two of us merry band of brothers will be inviting some homeless people or asylum seekers into our homes to share the joy of Christian celebration, good food, mulled wine and the kings speech?

For one, I most certainly will not, but it would be interesting to hear the perspective of the more liberal, caring members of this cross section of society.

Give over, got enough on with the SIL and MIL

[SithHappens]

'reserved for spring and the return of warmth and sunshine'........ When's that then?? 🤔

This year it started end of Feb

[MadAmster]

https://ddnews.gov.in/en/fifa-launch...orld-cup-draw/

Can't think who's going to win this, any guesses?

I fear you're right and that will then cause me to think long and hard as to whether I bother with the WC other than for ablutions.