Today we’re remembering the life and legacy of Fenner Brockway, a British political activist and socialist who dedicated his life to promoting peace and social justice. Brockway was a staunch advocate for anti-colonialism, nuclear disarmament, and workers’ rights, and played a crucial role in the anti-apartheid movement. His commitment to social justice and human rights continues to inspire us today. #FennerBrockway #SocialJustice #AntiColonialism #NuclearDisarmament #WorkersRights #HumanRights #AntiApartheid #PeaceActivist #BritishHistory #PoliticalActivism
Fenner Brockway was a British political activist and socialist, who dedicated his life to the promotion of peace and social justice.
Brockway was born in 1888 in Calcutta, India, to British parents. He spent much of his early life in India before moving to England at the age of 17.
In 1907, Brockway joined the Independent Labour Party (ILP) and became an active campaigner for women’s suffrage and workers’ rights.
During World War I, Brockway became a conscientious objector and was imprisoned for his beliefs.
In 1929, Brockway was elected as a Member of Parliament (MP) for the Labour Party, representing the constituency of Eton and Slough.
Brockway was a staunch advocate for the anti-colonial movement and was a vocal opponent of British imperialism in India and Africa.
In 1956, Brockway founded the Movement for Colonial Freedom, which campaigned for the end of British colonialism and the promotion of self-determination for colonized peoples.
Brockway was also a prominent campaigner for nuclear disarmament and was a founding member of the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND).
Brockway was a prolific writer and wrote several books on politics, including his autobiography “Inside the Left” and “African Freedom: The Story of the Post-War Revolutions.”
Brockway was awarded the Lenin Peace Prize in 1967 for his lifelong commitment to the promotion of peace and social justice.
These are just a few of the many interesting facts about Fenner Brockway and his remarkable life and legacy.
Tod Benjamin is an American singer-songwriter, best known for his emotive and deeply personal music. Born and raised in Kentucky, Tod began playing music at a young age and has since established himself as a respected and influential artist in the Americana genre. His music often explores themes of mental health, addiction, and the human condition, drawing on his own struggles with bipolar disorder and addiction to create powerful and moving songs.
In today’s world, where mental health is an increasingly important topic, it is refreshing to see musicians such as Benjamin Tod using their platform to bring attention to these issues. Tod’s recent song, which he dedicates to the memory of Luke Bell, is a powerful and moving tribute that tackles themes of mental health, addiction, and nihilism.
Judging the quality of a song, but it is clear that this track has resonated with many listeners. The lyrics are deeply personal and reveal Tod’s struggles with bipolar disorder and addiction, as well as his ongoing battle with self-doubt and anxiety.
What is particularly noteworthy about Tod’s message is that it is not just relevant to those who struggle with mental health issues. He also highlights the broader societal issues that we all face, including the battle between good and evil and the challenge of maintaining a sense of righteousness in an increasingly complex world.
It is heartening to see artists such as Benjamin Tod using their creativity to address important issues such as mental health, addiction, and nihilism. These are topics that have historically been taboo, but are now increasingly being brought to the forefront of public discourse. By shining a light on these issues, Tod is helping to break down the stigma that surrounds mental health and encouraging more people to speak openly about their struggles.
I believe that Tod’s work deserves recognition for the important message it conveys. It is an example of how music can be a powerful tool for social change, and how artists can use their platform to raise awareness and inspire action.
In conclusion, Benjamin Tod’s recent song is a powerful tribute to the memory of Luke Bell, and a testament to the power of music to address important social issues. By using his platform to raise awareness of mental health, addiction, and nihilism, Tod is helping to break down barriers and encourage more open dialogue on these important topics. It is my hope that more musicians will follow in his footsteps and use their art to effect positive change in the world.
“This song in a lot of ways is about my never ending struggle with bipolar disorder and addiction. It also encompasses a battle with delusions everyone seems to live with. In that I believe it is relatable to most people who have self doubt, anxiety, depression and manic tendencies.
In the back of my mind there is always that underlying question of whether this life is worth it. There is always an unsureness of whether we are winning the war as a human race. Our better angels seem to believe that we are and that good can prevail through the suffering and turmoil. Our demons insist that the battle is already lost and that the determination of evil historically will prevail.
Nihilism is a dangerous drug and it consumes many corners of our society. It is ungrateful, resentful and it is always the easier path. Righteousness is nuanced, appreciative and requires real wisdom in order to balance the axis of justice and mercy. Righteousness requires a ton of work and often a little bit of luck to prevail.
Sometimes fate plays its hand and we lose even with the best of intentions. Sometimes there are no answers or solutions for the tragedy of life. I have for most of my time here allowed that darkness to devour me and it almost won. I am very fortunate to be here and I don’t take that responsibility lightly.
We must stand and fight. We must, begrudgingly at times, believe in an ideal vision for humanity. This life may be sad, but it is always beautiful.
-Benjamin Tod
I dedicate this song to the memory of Luke Bell.”
Here are a few songs by Tod Benjamin that showcase his emotive and honest voice in the Americana genre:
“Using Again” “I Will Do the Breathing”
“Taking It as It Comes” “The Last Thing We Do” “Still On Fire”
“Old Wounds” “Wild Rose” “Long Gone” “Keep Coming Back” “The Mountain” These songs touch on themes of addiction, mental health, and the complexities of the human experience, all of which are common themes in Tod Benjamin’s music.
Remember, life is full of challenges and struggles. We all have our own battles to fight, whether they are internal or external. But we must never lose hope or give up on ourselves. We must believe in our own strength and resilience, and have faith that we can overcome even the toughest of obstacles. Tod Benjamin’s music reminds us that it’s okay to feel vulnerable and to embrace our emotions. It’s through this honesty that we find healing and the courage to keep going. So keep fighting, keep pushing forward, and never give up on yourself. You are stronger than you know.
Regards,
BossesMadeMen
Other artists with unique voices and approach to Americana music, but share a commitment to honest and emotive storytelling.
Amos Lee
Jason Isbell
John Moreland
Tyler Childers
Colter Wall
Gillian Welch
Lucinda Williams
Justin Townes Earle
Brandi Carlile
Hayes Carll
All of these artists have a unique voice and approach to Americana music, but share a commitment to honest and emotive storytelling.
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Mary Lou Williams (born Mary Elfrieda Scruggs; May 8, 1910 – May 28, 1981) was an American jazz pianist, arranger, and composer. She wrote hundreds of compositions and arrangements and recorded more than one hundred records (in 78, 45, and LP versions). Williams wrote and arranged for Duke Ellington and Benny Goodman, and she was … Continue readingMary Lou Williams , Motivational Bio 2022 – Saint Martin de Porres, Church Tribute!
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Frankie McBride (born 1944, Omagh, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland) is an Irish country and folk singer, who rose to stardom in the second half of the 1960s. McBride’s hit single, “Five Little Fingers”, reached No. 2 on the Irish charts and No. 19 on the UK Singles Chart in 1967. A full-length self-titled album hit … Continue readingRemembering the Legends , musical therapy for lovers – Frankie McBRIDE – Tiffany
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The Spinners (UK band) The Spinners were a folk group from Liverpool, England, that formed in September 1958. They variously had four albums in the UK Albums Chart between September 1970 and April 1972. One of them, Spinners Live Performance (1971), spent three months in the listing and peaked at No. 14. THE SPINNERS-BLACK AND WHITE-LIVE 1988 The … Continue reading
To all my bosses and self made entrepreneurs the strength of someone’s social networking is thought to be one of the main factors influencing that person’s education, health and economic status.
Global growth is projected to slow from an estimated 6.1 percent in 2021 to 3.6 percent in 2022 and 2023. This is 0.8 and 0.2 percentage points lower for 2022 …
To make sure that you set a good example for yourself and team. Try to be a responsible boss and model responsible behavior for the economy and future success of your plans.
Can you think of any other reasons why you might do this? Write them down and use them as part of your change management strategy and cultural change in your organisation.
If you are self employed now is the time to remember the man at the BBQ Grill is the most important person at the party. Ask yourself what do you think about the current state of the economy? Is the economy doing well or not so well?
Teach your self the art of negotiation, always start by thinking about what you want and then offering something that is close to that but not exactly it.
Many people are under the impression that scientists are constantly working on new and innovative projects. But in reality, most scientists are just carrying out the same old research over and over again.
Every day, creative thinkers help move the world forward with their innovative designs, endless creativity and novel solutions.
For all my artist and creative thinkers imagine a teacher is planning to have a special activity for the class. The chosen topic is the current economic state. Ask your self what do your audience or students feel about the subject and why?
Then create your art or activities based on the answers you got.
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Be like a duck, swim calmly and with purpose. Stay calm on the surface and paddle frantically below. If you don’t understand always ask could you please explain it more clearly.
There is no need to worry; everything will be alright. You’ll get through this just like you always do. There’s nothing we can do to change your situation. We can’t do anything about it. Your the one who holds the power of change it’s all in you. We are here to help provide you with the tools and resources you need to reach your goals. Try our free kindle guide when you sign up for a Kindle account by clicking here.
If you’re looking for tunes to listen to while you’re out on the beach, you’re missing the point. Rather, you should be focusing on enjoying the sounds of the ocean and the sand between your toes. Carry a spare handkerchief in case you need it. The one in your pocket is specifically for you. This is for your girlfriend. There is no need for concern. There is no need for alarm.Marrying the girl means marrying her family. Can you please help me find the name of the company that makes the blue detergent? I am looking for the company that makes the blue detergent. Can you help me find it? Be like a duck, swim calmly and with purpose. Stay calm on the surface and paddle frantically below. I don’t understand what you’re saying. Could you please explain it more clearly?Travel and experience the tranquility of traveling alone. In order to be successful, you need to be able to work hard and put in the effort. It’s important to be disciplined and have a clear plan for achieving your goals. Don’t be afraid to ask out the most attractive girl in the room.
Pick a flower on Earth and you move the farthest star. …
(8 August 1902 – 20 October 1984) was an English theoretical physicist considered one of the most important physicists of the 20th century. He was a Lucas Professor of Mathematics at Cambridge University, a Professor of Physics at Florida State University and the University of Miami, and won the 1933 Nobel Prize in Physics.
God used beautiful mathematics in creating the world. …
Dirac made fundamental contributions to the early development of both quantum mechanics and quantum electrodynamics. Among his other discoveries, he formulated the Dirac equation to explain the behavior of fermions and predict the existence of antimatter. Dirac shared the 1933 Nobel Prize in Physics with Erwin Schrödinger for his “discovery of new productive forms of atomic theory.” He also made significant contributions to reconciling general relativity and quantum mechanics.
The quality is so poor – these movies were made from old spool video tapes when the first video recorders had just become available in New Zealand.
Dirac was considered anomalous for his character by his friends and colleagues. Albert Einstein, in his 1926 letter to Paul Ehrenfest, wrote of Dirac’s article: This balancing act on the dizzying road between genius and madness is terrifying. Hmm.”
In science one tries to tell people, in such a way as to be understood by everyone, something that no one ever knew before.
“Consciousness cannot be accounted for in physical terms. …
Erwin Rudolf Josef Alexander Schrödinger, sometimes written as Erwin Schrödinger or Erwin Schrödinger, is a Nobel Prize-winning Austrian physicist with Irish citizenship who has contributed to many… born: Erdberg, Vienna, Austria, August 12, 1887 Died: January 4, 1961, Vienna, Austria
“If a man never contradicts himself, the reason must be that he virtually never says anything at all.” …
Education: Erwin Schrödinger (1887–1961) was an Austrian physicist who produced many fundamental results in the field of quantum theory that formed the basis of wave mechanics. He formulated the wave equation stationary and time-dependent.
Schrödinger proposed his own interpretation of the physical meaning of the wave function, and in the years that followed repeatedly criticized the conventional Copenhagen interpretation of quantum mechanics (using, for example, Schrödinger’s cat paradox). The manuscript for this talk is here: https: https://fedora.phaidra.univie.ac.at/f…
Schrödinger equation) and identified the identity of his developments in formalism and matrix mechanics.
“The scientist only imposes two things, namely truth and sincerity, imposes them upon himself and upon other scientists.”
An expert is a man who has made all the mistakes, which can be made, in a very narrow field.
Niels Henrik David Bohr is a Danish physicist who won the 1922 Nobel Prize in Physics for his fundamental contributions to the understanding of atomic structure and quantum theory. Bohr was also a philosopher and a promoter of scientific inquiry.
How wonderful that we have met with a paradox.
Bohr developed the Bohr model of the atom, in which he proposed that energy levels of electrons are discrete and that the electrons revolve in stable orbits around the atomic nucleus but can jump from one energy level (or orbit) to another. Although the Bohr model has been supplanted by other models, its underlying principles remain valid. He conceived the principle of complementarity: that items could be separately analysed in terms of contradictory properties, like behaving as a wave or a stream of particles. The notion of complementarity dominated Bohr’s thinking in both science and philosophy.
Prediction is very difficult, especially about the future
Bohr founded the Institute of Theoretical Physics at the University of Copenhagen, now known as the Niels Bohr Institute, which opened in 1920. Bohr mentored and collaborated with physicists including Hans Kramers, Oskar Klein, George de Hevesy, and Werner Heisenberg. He predicted the existence of a new zirconium-like element, which was named hafnium, after the Latin name for Copenhagen, where it was discovered. Later, the element bohrium was named after him.
Born: October 7, 1885, Copenhagen, Denmark Died: November 18, 1962, Copenhagen, Denmark
Those who are not shocked when they first come across quantum mechanics cannot possibly have understood it.
John Edward Gray, FRS was a British zoologist. He was the elder brother of zoologist George Robert Gray and son of the pharmacologist and botanist Samuel Frederick Gray. The standard author abbreviation J.E.Gray is used to indicate this person as the author when citing a botanical name.
Born: 12 February 1800, Walsall Died: 7 March 1875, London Siblings: George Robert Gray Parents: Samuel Frederick Gray Partner: Maria Emma Gray (1826–) Edited works: List of Mollusca and Shells in the Collection of the British Museum, MORE Feedback Books Illustrations of Indian Zoology: Chiefly Selected from the Collection of Major-General Hardwicke .. (1830) Illustrations of Indian Zoology… 1830 The Animal Kingdom (1827) The Animal Kingdom 1827 Synopsis Reptillium: Or, Short Descriptions of the Species of Reptiles (1831) Synopsis Reptillium: Or, Short… 1831 Address to the Zoological and Botanical Section at the opening of the thirty-fourth meeting of the British Association, in Bath, September 15, 1864 (1864) Address to the Zoologic… 1864
‘The lamps are going out all over Europe, we shall not see them lit again in our lifetime’
“The task of science is to stake out the limits of the knowable, and to center consciousness within them.”
Rudolf Ludwig Carl Virchow was a German physician, anthropologist, pathologist, prehistorian, biologist, writer, editor, and politician. Known for: Cell theory; Cellular pathology; Bio… Education: Friedrich Wilhelm University (M.D., … Other notable students: Ernst Haeckel; Edwin … Other academic advisors: Robert Froriep
“Belief begins where science leaves off and ends where science begins.”
Rudolf Ludwig Carl Virchow was a German physician, anthropologist, pathologist, prehistorian, biologist, writer, editor, and politician. He is known as “the father of modern pathology” and as the founder of social medicine, and to his colleagues, the “Pope of medicine”. Wikipedia Born: 13 October 1821, Swidwin, Poland Died: 5 September 1902, Berlin, Germany
“Laws should be made, not against quacks but against superstition.”
“The absence of proof does not constitute the proof of absence.”
Sir Aston Webb GCVO CB RA FRIBA was a British architect who designed the principal facade of Buckingham Palace and the main building of the Victoria and Albert Museum, among other major works around England, many of them in partnership with Ingress Bell.
Administrative / Biographical History
Born, London,1849; President, Architectural Association, 1884; President, Royal Institute of British Architects, 1902-1904; Knighted, 1904; Royal Gold medallist, Architecture, English, 1905, American, 1907; President, Royal Academy, 1919; works included Buckingham Palace, Admiralty Arch, Victoria and Albert Museum, Royal College of Science and Imperial College; died, 1930. Publications: include: London of the Future editor (London, 1921).
Nationality English Role Architect Name Aston Webb Occupation Architect Born 22 May 1849 (1849-05-22) London Died August 21, 1930, London, United Kingdom Awards Royal Gold Medal, AIA Gold Medal Structures Buckingham Palace, Admiralty Arch, Victoria Memorial – London, Victoria Law Courts, Government Buildings Similar People Edward Blore, Thomas Brock, John Nash, Thomas Cubitt, Philip Webb Buildings University of Birmingham Children Maurice Webb, Philip Webb Aston webb student hub
Sir Aston Webb (22 May 1849 – 21 August 1930) was an English architect who designed the principal facade of Buckingham Palace and the main building of the Victoria and Albert Museum, among other major works around England, many of them in partnership with Ingress Bell. He was President of the Royal Academy from 1919 to 1924, and the founding Chairman of the London Society.
Sir William Courten or Curteen was a wealthy 17th-century merchant, operating from London. He financed the colonization of Barbados but lost his investment and interest in the islands to the Earl of Carlisle.
A Caribbean island called Barbados is a component of the British empire. From 1625 through 1966, it was a real colony. Nowadays, it is a constitutional monarchy with self-government, with Queen Elizabeth II serving as the nominal head of state. There is clear evidence of human occupancy dating back to roughly 1,500 years ago, and it has a long history with humans dating probably as far back as three thousand years.
The island’s first settlers are believed to have come in three groups from the continent of South America. The Arawaks arrived around 1,200 years ago, then the Caribs, who arrived around 600 years ago. The first group was called the Saladoid-Barrancoid. The Caribs were the group that was best organized politically.
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