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To what extent did Jack The Ripper mask more pressing fears of revolution in Victorian England? Michael Portillo investigates
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Chris,
A very interesting discussion including this:
"Yet by making philanthropists, journalists and politicians focus on the moral and material plight of the East Enders, Jack the Ripper played a role in a social revolution that the Socialists and anarchists of Bloody Sunday could only dream of."
Roy
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Hi Roy,
Indeed! Michael Portillo's words resonate G. B. Shaw's famous letter of the day. (See it in full below)
I am quite disturbed by Dr. Barry Godfrey's description of 'Jack' in the second-last paragraph of the transcipt. It reads, "I guess Jack the Ripper is just sexier, much more exciting than popular protest and the growth of Socialism in this country."
I don't think 'sexier' is the word we're looking for. As his victims.....
sincerely
Nicky---------------------------------------------------
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Nic,Originally posted by nicole View Post
Sexy is sort of advertisement jargon that means 'more interesting' or 'more popular'. It is used quite often in the States.
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Hi GM,
Yes, I know. But surely, in the context of things and with a bit of tact and compassion for Jacks victims, the terms 'more interesting/popular' would be more appropriate?Sexy is sort of advertisement jargon that means 'more interesting' or 'more popular'. It is used quite often in the States.
Nicole---------------------------------------------------
"We serial killers are your sons, we are your husbands, we are everywhere. And there will be more of your children dead tomorrow."
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Oh don't be a prude!
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