A Reminder … 1968, Enoch Powell. “Immigration”

Explore the controversial life of British politician Enoch Powell, a figure whose legacy remains deeply divisive. This documentary delves into his remarkable career, from a brilliant classical scholar and decorated Brigadier in WWII to a powerful Conservative MP and Minister of Health. Powell’s journey took a dramatic turn with his infamous 1968 “Rivers of Blood” speech, a scathing critique of Commonwealth immigration that led to his sacking from the Shadow Cabinet. This moment cemented his reputation as an anti-establishment maverick, but also made him a hero to a vocal segment of the public. We examine the impact of his views on immigration, national identity, and the European Economic Community (EEC). Was he a prophet of doom or a demagogue who inflamed racial tensions? Uncover the complex man behind the headlines, his enduring influence on British politics, and why his ideas still resonate in modern political debates. This is a crucial look at one of the 20th century’s most polarizing and unforgettable political figures. Please subscribe here.    / @peopleprofiles   Our second channel.    / @peopleprofilesextra   Follow us on Spotify. https://open.spotify.com/show/7fKALbr… Support us on Patreon   / thepeopleprofiles   Follow us on Twitter.   / tpprofiles  

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Life event that changes all: Horse riding accident in Zimbabwe in 1993, a fractured skull et al including bipolar anxiety, chronic fatigue …. co-morbidities (Nietzche 'He who has the reason why can deal with any how' details my health history from 1993 to date). 17th 2017 August operation for breast cancer (no indications just an appointment came from BreastCheck through the Post). Trinity College Dublin Business Economics and Social Studies (but no degree) 1997-2003; UCD 1997/1998 night classes) essays, projects, writings. Trinity Horizon Programme 1997/98 (Centre for Women Studies Trinity College Dublin/St. Patrick's Foundation (Professor McKeon) EU Horizon funded: research study of 15 women (I was one of this group and it became the cornerstone of my journey to now 2017) over 9 mth period diagnosed with depression and their reintegration into society, with special emphasis on work, arts, further education; Notes from time at Trinity Horizon Project 1997/98; Articles written for Irishhealth.com 2003/2004; St Patricks Foundation monthly lecture notes for a specific period in time; Selection of Poetry including poems written by people I know; Quotations 1998-2017; other writings mainly with theme of social justice under the heading Citizen Journalism Ireland. Letters written to friends about life in Zimbabwe; Family history including Michael Comyn KC, my grandfather, my grandmother's family, the O'Donnellan ffrench Blake-Forsters; Moral wrong: An acrimonious divorce but the real injustice was the Catholic Church granting an annulment – you can read it and make your own judgment, I have mine. Topics I have written about include annual Brain Awareness week, Mashonaland Irish Associataion in Zimbabwe, Suicide (a life sentence to those left behind); Nostalgia: Tara Hill, Co. Meath.
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