How sad, and sadly typical of this country, that
when advice is needed to frame the schools` history syllabus, the person chosen
is Niall Ferguson, a "neocon court historian", rather than an expert analyst of
primary evidence, like William Dalrymple, who wants the true version of the
subject to be taught (Facing up to the past,21/11/15). Until the UK faces up
to historical facts, like the "racially inspired genocides" committed in its
name in the years of empire, how can it hope to remove bigotry and prejudice
from society? The Tate`s exhibition "exploring its artistic legacy" is, at
least, a start, but a less duplicitous government would ensure it toured the
country!
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