Here are two interesting reads from the UK: a thoughtful leftist argues that the welfare state is to blame, while an editorialist insists that the only solution is a bigger welfare state.
Amid all the broken glass, looting, arson, and violence, though, there's a sign of hope. The cleanup effort's begun, and the broom and brush are becoming signs of resistance to the riots. (Check out the charming photo.) A note: in contrast to the riotous young people, a large number of cleanup volunteers are also young people. So be careful when reading editorials saying that England is doomed and its future in the ditch. I think what we are seeing, though, is the brutally clear delineation of two divergent paths, between the productive and the destructive.
UPDATE 1: Thoughts on the rise of an antisocial subculture. I've heard folks use the term "feral youths." This can't be good. Recall also what Theodore Dalrymple said back during the March education riots.
UPDATE 2: Some German newspaper comments on the London riots.
UPDATE 3: Thanks to Dignified Rant for the link. Do see what he has to say too: "The barbarians are sacking the cities." It's like the 5th century AD all over again.
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