Or did it ever have it, for that matter?
There is no national identity, unlike Scotland, Ireland and Wales. There is no longer a national industry- England relies nearly 100% upon imported raw materials, goods and even labour.
St George has nothing to do with England, and yet is the national saint- even though very few English people know when his day is, who he was, and don't even recognise St Georges day. The day of remembrance is marked only by a 2 minute silence, when in fact it should be a bank holiday.
The media popularises characters such as Jade Goody. ASBOs are seen as badges of honour. I could go on and on- I used to have hope for England, hope that I could one day restore it to the old ways.
Now I am unsure. It seems to me as if England has slid too far. Is it time to abandon ship?
2007-02-11
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