Greetings, dear readers. Is it time for another round-up? Why yes, it’s time for another round-up.
There is no such thing as prison reform: an interview with CeCe McDonald– CeCe McDonald explains what prison abolition means.
[untitled] (Red Blood, Black Ink)- A very beautiful piece about names.
Why Britain Doesn’t Need a ‘UKIP of the Left’ (James Butler)- Just about the best analysis of all the bollocks surrounding UKIP I’ve read.
What David Cameron just proposed would endanger every Briton and destroy the IT industry (Cory Doctorow)- If you haven’t heard about David Cameron’s terrible new plans, read about why they’re awful.
“Charlie Hebdo”, not racist? If you say so… (Olivier Cyran)- A former staffer talks about working conditions.
Third exit from the left. (sometimes it’s just a cigar)- Jem reflects on leaving sex work and the popular construction of exiting.
The Bexleyheath teacher, the judge’s comments, and our construction of victims and villains (LucyBottomface)- Very good analysis of the underlying sentiments behind some outrageous rape apologism.
Mass surveillance not effective for finding terrorists (Ray Corrigan)- Basic explanation of statistics, making the case well.
And finally, a somewhat serious one this week. Broken Rainbow, who support LGBT domestic violence survivors, may lose their helpline due to government cuts. Please donate to this vital resource if you can.
Another angry woman 