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Spectator Out Loud: Douglas Murray, Lionel Shriver, Mark Mason and Graeme Thomson
Apr 27, 2024
Douglas Murray discusses St Helena's history and inhabitants, while Lionel Shriver shares opinions on transgender care. Mark Mason reads a letter from India, and Graeme Thomson reviews Taylor Swift's new album.
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- St. Helena's rich history and diverse population make it a unique and intriguing British Overseas Territory.
- Lionel Shriver warns against normalizing questionable medical practices in transgender care debates, emphasizing the need for critical analysis and dissenting voices.
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Exploring St. Helena's Unique Charm and History
Douglas Murray reflects on St. Helena, a British overseas territory with a rich history and diverse population. From the completion of an airport to the island's lush landscapes and connection to Napoleon, Murray paints a vivid picture of the island's allure. Despite encountering quirky situations like a jailed piano tuner, Murray appreciates the remote solitude and the warm hospitality of the island's inhabitants.
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