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In 2001, Tony Benn, one of the most influential socialists in Europe, retired from the House of Commons in order to 'devote more time to politics'. He has since carried out a huge programme of public meetings in Britain and abroad and been a regular broadcaster. He also writes a weekly column for the Morning Star. Free Radical is a collection of the best of these columns, which reflect the breadth of Benn's political concerns over both domestic and international politics. Benn writes with knowledge and passion about the importance of democracy, internationalism and social justice. He argues that a renewal of the Labour party is needed so that it becomes an instrument for the improvement of our lives and an active partner in a new global movement that works for peace. Tony Benn, born in London in 1925, is a former Cabinet Minister and Chairman of the Labour Party. He served as an MP for over fifty years and is the author of fifteen books, including his published diaries covering the period 1940-2001. He was a visiting professor at the London School of Economics from 2001 until 2003.Dare to be a Daniel, his childhood memoirs plus a selection of essays and speeches in the House of Commons, will be published this autumn.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #39296 in Books
• Published on: 2004-06-03
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 256 pages

About the Author
Tony Benn, born in London in 1925, the son, grandson and father of MPs, retired from the House of Commons in May 2001 after fifty years in Parliament to 'devote more time to politics'.

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I always though of Tony Benn as being a true parliamentarian, democrat but very idealistic. However, having read this series of essays it is a shame that so many others in power do not share his views. They are born based on histroical precedence and the question "why do we repeat the same mistakes?" kept coming to mind and wisdom.

This is highly readable and should be read by people of all political persuasions, Mr Benn's scepticism on Europe would appeal to the right. Whilst his love of our true parliamentary process explains his comment on retiring from the House, that he would once again being get involved in "real politics".

Arguably Tony Benn should have been the first President of a British Republic.