Tag Archives: Donald Trump

A Prediction of War

Posted on August 25, 2017 by Ken Powell

“The trend seems to be – whatever is the latest opinion about what will or won’t happen, Trump will succeed in the opposite.” This article is part of a series of political and religio-sociological essays intended to provoke thought and … Continue reading →

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Theatre Review: Bangla Brummies by Murad Khan

Posted on November 11, 2016 by Ken Powell

‘Bangla Brummies’ is a comedy written by Bangladeshi theatre activist and writer, Murad Khan. The action is set in Birmingham but alternates between life in the 1970s and the present, following the stories of two Muslim Bangladeshi bachelor friends, Malik … Continue reading →

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Asian and American? The aftermath of Donald Trump’s rise

Posted on October 29, 2016 by Ken Powell

Embed from Getty Images “It’s embarrassing,” says Carol, “Everyone in my hometown seems to think he’s a hero.” Carol is a doctor from Ohio who as been working in Bangladesh for more years than she cares to admit. She returns … Continue reading →

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How to be a bigot

Posted on September 1, 2016 by Ken Powell

Embed from Getty Images I love working from home doing a job which actually requires me to interact with people socially both through social media online and in so-called ‘real life’. The fact I also get to chat with friends, … Continue reading →

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