After the lather's gone

Much discussion, on Newsnight, about the riots; the consensus being that those involved are ‘vermin’, ‘thugs’ and ‘hooligans’. A damning conclusion, but it’s difficult to disagree. In the heat, of the moment, though, let’s not take our eye off the ball. Looking at it objectively, shouldn't we condemn those individuals involved, while acknowledging that the more divided the society, the more likely the disturbance? Accusing those who point this out of being apologists, for the mob, is unhelpful.

 As for the suggestion that water cannons be used; it’s not something I’d want to see. Foam would be much better….loads of the stuff… Earth Wind & Fire’s Greatest Hits over the tannoy…bus in a couple of Pan's People tribute acts and Bob’s your uncle. Sorted.
Divided we may be, but who doesn’t love a bit of foam?!

I won't post the link here, but Boogie Wonderland should do the trick.