Author: Bob Forder
Charles Bradlaugh’s legacy is well worth celebrating
Posted: Wed, 01 Sep 2021 by Bob Forder
Bob Forder reflects on the key achievements of the NSS's founder, ahead of the restoration of his grave. Read More »
There is nothing new about cartoons which mock religion
Posted: Thu, 08 Apr 2021 by Bob Forder
Religious leaders have long feared irreverent drawings that could challenge their authority. We should remember that amid the latest effort to prevent the use of Muhammad cartoons, says Bob Forder. Read More »
Peterloo’s heroes represented the finest traditions of secular democracy
Posted: Fri, 23 Nov 2018 by Bob Forder
The film Peterloo is a reminder of the close links between the campaign for church-state separation and the push for a truly democratic society in the 19th century and beyond, writes Bob Forder.
Mike Leigh's keenly anticipated, ambitious and long film, Peterloo... Read More »
