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“I am unable to watch the Olympics due to the blustering jingoism that drenches the event. Has England ever been quite so foul with patriotism? The 'dazzling royals' have, quite naturally, hi-jacked the Olympics for their own empirical needs, and no oppositional voice is allowed in the free press.”

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Steven Morrissey

Steven Morrissey, born on May 22, 1959, is a renowned singer from Manchester, England. Known for his distinctive voice and poignant lyrics, he is one of the key figures in the British indie rock scene. more

“I began to go to concerts when I was 12 years old. And I would stand there, the small imp that I was, and I would expect the world to be laid before me by these artists, and in some cases it was. So when I climbed onto the stage, I always imagined that I was singing to somebody who was similar to how I had been.”

World Years Artist Cases Stage Singing Concerts

Author:Steven Morrissey

“I first bought a Buffy Sainte-Marie record when I was 12, and her music has always remained with me. In the 1960s, as a political activist, Buffy's lyrics were fearless, and I'm very grateful for all the risks that she took.”

Firsts Political Records Risk Grateful Fearless Activist 1960s Marie

Author:Steven Morrissey

“If anyone has seen the horrific and unwatchable footage of the Chinese cat and dog trade - animals skinned alive - then they could not possibly argue in favour of China as a caring nation. There are no animal protection laws in China, and this results in the worst animal abuse and cruelty on the planet. It is indefensible.”