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Discusses the role of women in British politics. Percentage of voting women who voted for the Labour Party, the Tory Party, the Conservative Party and the Liberal Democratic Party; Observation that women between 18-24 in large part abstained in the 2001 elections, whereas women over 55 are likely to vote; Question on how politicians can win the women's vote, which is compared to a swing-state like Ohio; Beliefs on why women cannot measure up to men as politicians; Work of Minister of Parliament Ruth Kelly involving children, health and caring, which type-casts women into "women's jobs."

In this article the author examines the factors that render the game of cricket entirely free of fan violence, in contrast to professional soccer in Great Britain where it is rampant. The complexity of cricket, the elderly nature of the fan base and the absence of racism in the sport are some of the factor that contribute to the games sense of gentility.

In this article the author examines the National Health Service in Great Britain. He notes that individual experience of the system is highly regarded but overall the National Health is held in low esteem. He describes the price gouging patients are subject to in making phone calls from hospitals and parking in hospital lots.

In this article the author discusses the 2006 resurgence of the British pop culture of the 1980s. She notes that George Michael, a singer with the 1980s duo "Wham!" has a sold-out concert tour and that the television show "Doctor Who" won many British Academy of Film and Television Arts awards. She believes that this trend is fueled by people in the 30s and 40s nostalgic for the music and culture of their youth.

The article reports that there has bee no outcry concerning the erosion of women's rights happening in Britain. Politicians are supporting laws to limit access to abortion, but no one is protesting it. When women do stand up to defend their right to choose, their statements are always prefaced with embarrassment at the necessity of abortion. Recent commentary that women who are drunk are behaving as badly as men has sparked no argument on double standards.

Offers observations on the global fellowship of the Live 8 concert at Hyde Park, London. Atmosphere at Hyde Park; Role of musicians in bringing everything together; Performances by such musicians as Robbie Williams, REM and Madonna; Message of the concert; Issue of awareness of the problems facing Africa; Thoughts on building collective energy with huge, simple, uncontroversial statements; Question of making a difference.

In this article the author declares her aversion to organic foods and announces that she intends to boycott such items. She addresses a number of topics that relate to food production and distribution in Great Britain including pesticide use, raising farm animals in inhumane conditions and seasonal dining.

The article reports on the reaction of British retail chains to charges that they are contributing to unfair labor practices in developing countries. The author suggests that high-minded responses to such complaints on the part of the stores are cosmetic and hypocritical. Consumers are urged to evaluate the cost of goods they purchase.

In this article the author discusses the radio program presented on the BBC's Radio 4, "Down the Line." The show, which purports to be a radio call-in program, is, in fact, a hoax put on by a group of British comedians. The deception fooled many people, including members of the press. The article also reviews the radio program "Heresy" hosted by David Baddiel.

Offers commentary on current events in Great Britain. Suggestion that British citizens often meet a minister of Parliament at some point in their lives; Relationship between the author and Labor Party minister Kitty Ussher; Discussion about More4, the adult entertainment television channel that is aimed at the kind of adult who does not find offense at pornography.

Comments on the political statement of abstaining from elections. The author's appearance on Sandi Toksvig's radio show; Toksvig's belief that it doesn't matter who people vote for as long as they vote, which the author disagrees with; Assertion that abstaining from a vote is not necessarily apathy; The author's appearance on "The Daily Politics," with Al Murray, who is funny; Annoyance at the argument that people died so that we could vote as an argument for why everyone should vote.

Examines politics and government in Great Britain as of April 18, 2005. Criticism for the political views and social policies of Michael Howard; Characterization of Howard's conduct as childish and simplistic; Praise for the political views and character of politician Charles Kennedy; Comments on the political partnership between Prime Minister Tony Blair and Gordon Brown; Benefits and disadvantages to the victory of each candidate in the general election.

Reviews the British television program "Mine All Mine," a comedy set in Wales, staring Jo Stone-Fewings, Siwan Morris and Joanna Page.. Reference to modern British television and programs featuring working-class families; Format of the program, which was written by Russell T. Davies; Plot line.