If, as they say, their proposal "is one for the Anglo Saxon English", it's not a proposal which caters for many people, is it? What about the Viking English, the Norman English, the Jutes, Danes etc etc etc? Another website peddling the myth of the pure-bred Anglo-Saxon English. Good news for the Celtic nations, but your quote doesn't mention Cornwall.
Fair point, but I was simply encouraged by this as a positive stance which I feel - from the perspective of non-Celtic nations - is more proactive regarding a universal acceptance of the 'British' being peopleS, rather than people. I am not illustrating it as THE definition which all 'English' people should support; that is not for me to determine or debate. As it applies to us - differentiating 'English' people from Celtic people represents a step forward and represents a much more positive thought process and proactive stance for all peoples debating a notion of 'British othernness' and what it means on a more localised level. Furthermore, this kind of thinking UNIFIES - even in its mission for accepted differentiation, because it recognises that the concerns of the many peoples on the British Isles should be valued, represented and recognised as much as practically possible. The thought process presented makes sense to me because as some people on this forum have mentioned, there's a fundamental problem concerning how far we go back in history and to what era we - as individuals - favour as a most 'true' era for contemporary regional/ethnic representation. Clearly, the general issue must be one of PROGRESS. If there is to be progress in any of our respective quests for cultural/ethnic representation, there cannot be a solution which represents and satisfies ALL individual people; this is an obvious impossibility. Rather, it makes sense to make conscientious attempts to represent as many British ethnic persons as possible, in-line with a level of acceptance for historical 'reasoning'. Undoubtedly, some of us will object to how we may be represented, yet this situation is at its worst right now while many of us remain frustrated with the way we are currently officially represented (or MISrepresented - as the case may be. We either make movements in the direction of collective progress, or we do not. The Celtic Nations are reasonably recognised as such, therefore there is no reason why they should not be officially/politically/culturally differentiated in an appropriate way. Just what is 'reasonable' from the perspective of other peoples on the British Isles is a subject for their respective debates on other forums; as I said, their identity and representation is not something I could comment on, since it would not be a personal issue I would be motivated to discuss or speak with any authority on.
And it must be said that if nothing else, their stance represents a more positive approach taken by a collective which does not seek to directly represent Kernow (or any of the other Celtic nations).
At this stage, I think you probably know more about them than I do, but their stance encourages me to investigate further. It's easier to identify a power of more universal good in some perspectives than others, and that was the angle I was coming from on this post. I think it would be a very positive step forward for everyone if - rather than attack each other - we established collective understandings on the inappropriateness of the current situation, and respectively debated more fair notions of how the ethnically diverse people of the British Isles should be represented. Clearly, no positive progress can be made if we all adopt a stance of attacking each other with notions of ethnic/culural 'superiority', and mass fingerpointing.
We need to move forward with notions that our regions are different; as British peoples we are ethnically/culturally different. Collectively, we need a more appropriate form of representation, which is ethnically/culturally/politically acceptable and more regionally appropriate.
Is that right? Well I respect your right to your opinion Coady; but remember, it is just YOUR opinion, and since it can't be determined objectively how long 'too long' is, maybe you should keep the post free of singular, biased attack and ridicule.
Whether or not I wish to go to St.Just Feast has no bearing on the feelings/viewpoints I express in this post. Whether or not you think I've been away 'long enough' to want to attend St.Just Feast is again, your subjective opinion, like the comments in my posts - as well as yours.
Your disservice is in representing your viewpoints through attack, rather than considered debate.
'Real' for who? Is it more 'real' that I base my opinions on what probability suggests will happen (in terms of the consensus), or what I truly believe in? I'll stay 'real' to my beliefs (which are shared by some other people), however 'unreal' they may be considered by others.
Sorry, but we all know posts don't communicate a tone of subtle jest or 'tongue-in-cheek'. May I suggest a Smiley?
I've never really thought about the issue of how long I've been away, but maybe I should consider it and reflect accordingly. Perhaps it appears that way to you, and again, I respect your opinion.
You might even find that you and people in the English nationalist scene have a deal in common. There is, in my opinion, no reason why different groups shouldn't work together.
I agree. From this proactive perspective of English Nationalism, there is a much greater sense of unity - even in difference. This should be the basis of progress for everyone; and would clearly produce the most profound results for all Nations seeking representation on the British Isles. The info I read on the EIA opened my mind to a level of integrity and morality that does indeed exist within a sector of English Nationalism, and its hard not to imagine a mirroring level of widespread support from Celtic nations - resulting from a more universal acceptance that there is no such thing as 'selective fairness'; there must be fairness for all, and this does not have to suggest compromise by any.
In my mind, the only way forward towards a practical solution is for the British peoples to abandon their collective fear of individuality and identity, and embrace the realities of their ethnic and cultural differences in a unified and collective effort. Personally, I am inspired by the concepts put forward by the EIA, and I see a significant sense of hope in their ambitions. However, we cannot forget that friends in English Nationalism appear few and far between. It is much easier to attack rather than listen and understand, yet much of the fury expressed on this board would be pacified if there was more of a sense that some of the views expressed by the EIA were recognised as rational and fair, for the benefit of England AND its Celtic Nations.
Airport closure was 'responsible'
The Civil Aviation Authority says the decision to close Newquay Airport was difficult but responsible.
Christmas tree is really rubbish
A giant Christmas tree made from recycled plastic bags and bottles goes on display at the Eden Project in Cornwall.
NEWQUAY AIRPORT CLOSURE: “HEADS MUST ROLL”
Stephen Gilbert, the prospective local MP for Newquay, has said that “heads must roll” over the unexpected closure of Newquay Airport and has called for a full enquiry into what went wrong.
Important Information regarding Air Southwest flights to/from Newquay Airport.
We have been advised that Newquay Airport will be closed from 1 December to 19 December 2008 inclusive. This is due to issues with the handover of air traffic control from the RAF to the airport authority.
English Heritage get one thing right at least
English heritage have joined with a variety of other organisations in opposing the planned incinerator in St. Dennis on grounds that they have failed to recognise or address the impact that the proposals will have on the wider landscape of St. Dennis.
MANX GOVERNMENT SUFFER WORST HUMILIATION BY THE UK IN LIVING MEMORY
The Isle of Man government and its Chief Minister have been shown to be inept and marginalised following comments from the United Kingdom Prime Minister and his Chancellor Alistair Darling over the past few weeks.
Population is older and lonelier
People living in Devon and Cornwall are generally older and lonelier than elsewhere in the UK, a BBC survey finds.
Grey majority rules in Cornwall
Cornwall has the highest proportion of retirement age residents in the UK, according to a BBC survey.
