Opinion: The Leviathan and the modern British state
Thomas Hobbes’ seminal work, The Leviathan, is imagined as an all-encompassing entity, protruding irremovable into every aspect of life. Forged by their collective
Opinion: Sanctions vs. Sovereignty – The Ethical and Legal Implications of Economic Sanctions on Human Rights
Note: this article is part of the International Law Society and The Witness Journal’s collaboration and article competition. Economic sanctions are a prominent
Opinion: The UK’s Law on the Age of Consent is Riddled with Contradictions
Note: this article is part of the International Law Society and The Witness Journal’s collaboration and article competition. Mature enough for sex, but
Guest Opinion by Steve Race MP: The South West’s Innovation Moment
About the writer: Steve Race has been the serving Member of Parliament for Exeter since 2024. He is a member of the Labour
Opinion: Mother of the Nation, Father of Misogyny – The Conservative War on Women
The Conservative Party does not serve women. It never has. Behind the self-congratulatory myth of Thatcher’s handbag and May’s kitten heels lies a
Opinion: How Making America Great Again has Turned into an Orwellian Nightmare
In a digital age where the world feels increasingly fragmented, George Orwell’s 1984 serves as an uncomfortably prescient guide to understanding the forces
The Greatest Speech of Trumps Presidency Has Been Given – He Wasn’t Even in the Building
Senator Chris Murphy’s recent speech stands as a forceful condemnation of President Donald Trump’s ongoing efforts to subvert American democracy. Delivered in response
Opinion: Disability Benefit Cut is Yet Another Betrayal for Disabled People
Starmer has fallen into the trap of many politicians before him: scapegoating disabled people in an attempt to gain support from the right-wing
Opinion: Why Trump’s Idea of Gaza as the New Middle Eastern Riviera Is an Extremely Dangerous Suggestion
“Everybody I’ve spoken to loves the idea of the United States owning that piece of land, developing it, and creating thousands of jobs.
Opinion: The Most Important Film at the Oscars 2025
After a night at the Oscars that was unusually devoid of political statements and speeches, one winner made a strong and hopeful statement