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I AM

Posted on November 10, 2016 by anyushka

I am an immigrant. I am a woman (and an abuse survivor). I am part of the LGBT Community. I am a HUMAN BEING. I deserve equal rights, fair politics and leadership that is founded on just principles, integrity and … Continue reading →

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Making The Immoral Acceptable To The Majority

Posted on November 3, 2016 by anyushka

“My achievement is to have taken an issue that was considered to be completely wrong, perhaps even immoral, and help to turn it into a mainstream view in British politics.” (Nigel Farage) I read this today. And re-read it. And … Continue reading →

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Yes, I’m Worried. Just In Case You’re Wondering

Posted on July 4, 2016 by anyushka

Yes, I do live in the country that voted to leave the EU and has since descended into political rhubarb. Egos all over the place and zero care for the country and its people, whichever way they voted in the … Continue reading →

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Gloria

Posted on January 4, 2016 by anyushka

  I spent most of the weekend reading this book – and I’d happily recommend it. I think what I loved most about it is finding out that Gloria Steinem is no extraordinary person – or at least not more … Continue reading →

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Hope

Posted on September 12, 2015 by anyushka

Hope seems to be the word of the day. Hope because people said they want to welcome refugees – no matter what Dave Cameron may think about it. Solidarity for Refugees march in London today – photo from The Independent … Continue reading →

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Sins of Omission

Posted on January 27, 2015 by anyushka

Today is Holocaust Memorial Day. While it is important to have such a reminder every year, I personally feel that a one-day reminder makes no difference for me. The memory of the Holocaust is integral part of what shapes my identity as a … Continue reading →

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The Sun Rises in the East – Right?

Posted on January 23, 2015 by anyushka

It’s 5:16am, the world is quiet. Excellent. I like it best like this… (and for a change, I’m not still awake but woke up after 9 hours of good sleep…) My mind is doing a lot of work already, and … Continue reading →

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Cutting Through Illusions

Posted on January 22, 2015 by anyushka

Originally posted on Richer By Far:
“Every day that you attempt to see things as they are in truth is a supremely successful day.” Vernon Howard “It seems to me that the most basic problem is not political, it is…

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