Wednesday 26 February 2014

Uganda Anti-Homosexuality Bill passed

Yesterday the anti-homosexuality Bill was passed in Ugandan parliament. It was reported as 'A Victory for Ugandan Society'. But I ask you, how can this be so? Take a look at the news broadcast below and consider whether this is similar in any way to the fascist policies of Adolf Hitler... And, as you look at the second news item (and conduct some of your own online research), consider what support of this bill by many Ugandans might mean for Ugandan society?


Guardian News article, 'Ugandan politicians celebrate passing of anti-gay laws': ARTICLE LINK

Thursday 6 February 2014

Nationalism dividing Europe in 2014... Similarities to lead-up to WW1?

The Ukraine is in democratic crisis and the rise of nationalism is tearing the country apart - some supporting a move towards Europe (EU) and others preferring strengthened economic relations with Russia. Can you find any similarities between Ukraine currently and the desires of Serbia leading up to WW1?