Well some do seem to believe that the beloved leader can walk on water, we shall see if he can preform miracles come May next year,
but If he wants to go all bible on our asses, perhaps he should also remember that Jesus said "it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than it is for a rich man to enter the kingdom of Heaven".... so think on Tory rich boy,
see, good old JC was a working class lefty,
Jesus Christ was exactly that if you read the Gospels - it's been one of the biggest coups of the right wing to claim that they represent his teachings (especially in the US) and they've done that really well.
David Cameron isn't the worst politician but to say all this after standing up for the morally dubious Maria Miller for so long is rather suspect.
"Just call me Dave" is heading for a visit from the men in white coats methinks. I suppose we should really worry when he turns up in a tricorner hat one arm inside his jacket loudly proclaiming "viva France".
As usual this is more likely a misquote/distorted version by the newspaper. Headlines is what they sell after all.
Unless they publish the full transcript of the speech, don't believe a word of it.
"People sometimes say, you know, “You talk about the Big Society; don’t you realise this is what the Church has been doing for decades?” And I say yes, absolutely. Jesus invented the Big Society 2000 years ago, I just want to see more of it and encourage as much of it as possible. And that is something I think we should all want to see: a bigger role for faith-based organisations in our society. And if there are blockages, if there are things that are stopping you doing more, think of me if you like as a sort of giant Dyno-Rod in Whitehall: I want to make it easier, I want to unblock the things that help you do what you do. So please let’s do that. "
"People sometimes say, you know, “You talk about the Big Society; don’t you realise this is what the Church has been doing for decades?” And I say yes, absolutely. Jesus invented the Big Society 2000 years ago, I just want to see more of it and encourage as much of it as possible. And that is something I think we should all want to see: a bigger role for faith-based organisations in our society. And if there are blockages, if there are things that are stopping you doing more, think of me if you like as a sort of giant Dyno-Rod in Whitehall: I want to make it easier, I want to unblock the things that help you do what you do. So please let’s do that. "
Sounds like the high-octane ego juice that had Blair picturing himself in stained-glass windows.
Yeah, and look how that ended. Yet another reason for people to not vote for the Tories at the next GE. We'll be invading somewhere hot and sandy by Christmas 2015 otherwise and maybe stoning adulterous women. Still, your neighbours will be happy to help you out if you need a hand. Or else.
Yeah, and look how that ended. Yet another reason for people to not vote for the Tories at the next GE. We'll be invading somewhere hot and sandy by Christmas 2015 otherwise and maybe stoning adulterous women. Still, your neighbours will be happy to help you out if you need a hand. Or else.
Blair had that manic look in his eyes early on his reign, but I thought Cameron was a bit more stable (in that way). But it seems the power and the glory could be starting to take hold, and that he might be starting to believe his own rhetoric.
Such a shame that political satire seems to have died out on TV, I feel sure someone could have some fun with this.
Perhaps a sketch of Cameron in ASDA gathering up a few loaves and heading for the fish counter.
"Just call me Dave" is heading for a visit from the men in white coats methinks. I suppose we should really worry when he turns up in a tricorner hat one arm inside his jacket loudly proclaiming "viva France".
Is that what people with mental health issues do, dress up as Napoleon?
What a bizarre and outdated view.
Blair had that manic look in his eyes early on his reign, but I thought Cameron was a bit more stable (in that way). But it seems the power and the glory could be starting to take hold, and that he might be starting to believe his own rhetoric.
Such a shame that political satire seems to have died out on TV, I feel sure someone could have some fun with this.
Perhaps a sketch of Cameron in ASDA gathering up a few loaves and heading for the fish counter.
Yes, why is that do you think? Spitting Image used to be great. Have I Got News For You is all that's left.
Yes, why is that do you think? Spitting Image used to be great. Have I Got News For You is all that's left.
Osborne
The creators of Spitting Image were on the TV the other week discussing this; they said they didn't think there is a market for it now-a-days. They said the models are expensive to produce, and so needs quite an investment.
These days TV companies want cheap subjects, like cops with cameras, people being evicted, embarrassing bodies, etc.
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It's hard to tell on this forum sometimes. Really really hard to tell.
Interesting. It's usually only the 19th century that the Tories want to take us back to.
Same way he started the Labour Party.
Lucky you can remember back that far.....:D
Just for the sake of clarity, you are being tongue in cheek, aren't you?
Jesus Christ was exactly that if you read the Gospels - it's been one of the biggest coups of the right wing to claim that they represent his teachings (especially in the US) and they've done that really well.
David Cameron isn't the worst politician but to say all this after standing up for the morally dubious Maria Miller for so long is rather suspect.
Nah cringe. God has no place in modern politics, remember the slagging Tony Blair got for using the God clause?
Unless they publish the full transcript of the speech, don't believe a word of it.
http://www.buzzfeed.com/provincialelitist/watch-al-frankens-the-gospel-of-supply-side-4t5
I heard Will's voice from the Inbetweeners when I read that! ;-)
My names 'gummy mummy' not Methuselah
"People sometimes say, you know, “You talk about the Big Society; don’t you realise this is what the Church has been doing for decades?” And I say yes, absolutely. Jesus invented the Big Society 2000 years ago, I just want to see more of it and encourage as much of it as possible. And that is something I think we should all want to see: a bigger role for faith-based organisations in our society. And if there are blockages, if there are things that are stopping you doing more, think of me if you like as a sort of giant Dyno-Rod in Whitehall: I want to make it easier, I want to unblock the things that help you do what you do. So please let’s do that. "
https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/easter-reception-at-downing-street-2014
Thanks for that.
So - David Cameron did NOT say " I'm just continuing God's work".
Which begs a different question - why would the Independent make that up?
Not exactly, no, but he does say he wants to continue the work of Jesus.
I've no idea, but it made me laugh. The thread title is more accurate.
Yeah, and look how that ended. Yet another reason for people to not vote for the Tories at the next GE. We'll be invading somewhere hot and sandy by Christmas 2015 otherwise and maybe stoning adulterous women. Still, your neighbours will be happy to help you out if you need a hand. Or else.
Blair had that manic look in his eyes early on his reign, but I thought Cameron was a bit more stable (in that way). But it seems the power and the glory could be starting to take hold, and that he might be starting to believe his own rhetoric.
Such a shame that political satire seems to have died out on TV, I feel sure someone could have some fun with this.
Perhaps a sketch of Cameron in ASDA gathering up a few loaves and heading for the fish counter.
Is that what people with mental health issues do, dress up as Napoleon?
What a bizarre and outdated view.
Yes, why is that do you think? Spitting Image used to be great. Have I Got News For You is all that's left.
Osborne
The creators of Spitting Image were on the TV the other week discussing this; they said they didn't think there is a market for it now-a-days. They said the models are expensive to produce, and so needs quite an investment.
These days TV companies want cheap subjects, like cops with cameras, people being evicted, embarrassing bodies, etc.
It’s a shame.
Ed comes across as a more credible leader by the week, and he hasn't actually done anything.