Nick Clegg: Out of Touch Public Figures

Nick Clegg has been the subject of much derision for his obvious subservient relationship with David Cameron in the top tier of Government, has made things worse for himself with an outrageous illustration of his unfamiliarity with life in the real world. While Clegg moans that the school run is 'killing him' when considered alongside the 'workload' of his ministerial duties,millions of working parents across Britain are shaking their heads at a man who rakes in (and will rake in post ministerial career) hundreds of thousands and millions of tax payer funded pounds for his non existent contribution to society. How does Clegg think that other people's kids get to school? School runs and work are balanced by everyone. I even seem to remember a story about him sending his kids to a school miles form his Putney based home,the phrase,'take responsibility for your decisions' springs to mind,something he has never done as a member of the non-elected mish,mash quasi-Conservative Government of which he is allegedly a pivotal part.

Normally I qualify my rants on prominent figures with a sound bite,promoting their positive features but this guy will get no such applause. Gifted with the skills of empty rhetoric and hypocrisy (as the televised election debates so concisely illustrated),this man is a disgrace. Just another compelling piece of evidence for the school of thought that decrees that MPs should tough it out in the real world before being elected.

Harper Seven? Beckham's lose the plot

Recent reports suggest David and Victoria Beckham have decided to name their new child 'Harper Seven'. Before I rant on this topic let me just say that I am a great admirer of David Beckham, a man who has captained his country and scored some of the greatest free kicks I have ever seen. Victoria is also a pop icon as a member of the Spice Girls and has now re-invented herself as a Fashion Designer which is worthy of respect.

Now for the rant............Harper Seven? Ridiculous name full stop. It is obvious that the Beckham's have gone for style over substance and followed other Hollywood names in calling their children an obtuse fashion brand name rather than a traditional,wholesome British Moniker such as Katherine, Rebecca or Elizabeth. As a parent you have the right to name your child whatever you want,but when your child is likely to be subject to unprecedented levels of attention, the task of naming your child takes on extra significance.

The Beckhams are above all,a brand and are watched by millions of people around the world. The Beckhams are copied, idolised and respected in many quarters and as a result have a responsibility to set an example. Some say,'Oh he's just a footballer,she's just a former popstar,they are role-models for noone' but that just simply is not the case. Mothers and Fathers from Council Estates in Newcastle to the mansions of the  Hollywood Hills, watch and mimic the behaviour of this superbrand.

What next? Addidas Beckham? Gillette Beckham? In a world where people are ever influenced by media, Harper Seven will spawn a number of Harper FOURS,FIVES and SIXES. What is going on in the world? I do not envy teachers having to read out these vacuous names every morning,'Apple, Bluebell Madonna, Destry,Harper Seven, Pheonix, Satchel.' DO ME A FAVOUR!

As I would say on Twitter another illustration of #thedumbingdownofsociety.