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Matthew Taylor, It concerns me greatly that, as has often happened in history, society seems to be splintering rapidly into a tribal mentality as the economic downturn accelerates. Every day in the media and on the web I see vitriolic abuse from all corners of society aimed at 'bankers'; a 'People vs Bankers' snowball fight recently highlighting a situation that had me thinking of 'Lord of The Flies'. To what extent do you think the government have nurtured this blame culture in an effort to deflect criticism for their own errors, and pander to a disillusioned voting public? And, as the Metropolitan Police warn of 'A Summer of Rage' , to what extent do you think the government should be working actively to create a society of people prepared to work together to get through the downturn rather than turn on each other? Finally, can the government fight 'the mob' or are we doomed to be ruled by it?
Asked by PatNInterupt on Feb 24 2009 8:19:30 PM and supported by 18 members MORE!

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PatNInterupt at Mar 16 2009 12:00:00 AM : I think Matthew Taylor generally answered his questions very well. It is great to see there are some real thinkers left in public life who are not trying to appease voters by telling them purely what they want to hear.

keithwhu at Mar 19 2009 12:00:00 AM : Yes, I agree - interesting ideas and excellent answers.

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