Oddly enough, I am feeling quite lighthearted today. I think it is because I have just made a sensible decision and can feel a weight lifted from my shoulders. Never mind what it is. You know the feeling?
Just read that Bloom is now saying that 'Bongo Bongo' is not racist, but means 'Antelope Land'!! Nice one! Maybe ,as he says, in the Oxford Dictionary, but am sure he wasn't thinking about them when he made his gaffe.
Cameron has already acknowledged that, alongside the intention of helping the poor in other countries, aid money is partly given out of self-interest. His example was that people in impoverished countries would not be so tempted to try and get into the UK if their own standard of living was raised. I believe there is also ample evidence of aid being tied to trades deals.
I think the term "Bongobongo land" is ignorant, rude and - yes - racist.
It gave me such a good laugh when I heard this on the news yesterday. Nigel Farrage must be cringing with embarrassment, especially Godfrey Bloom's run in with the journalist, which sounded hilarious. UKIP have embodied the Monster Raving Loony Party