We’re strong on spurious rights and weak on values that matter

ARE there questions to be answered about the questions they set?

We’re strong on spurious rights and weak on values that matter
Wed, 15 Jun, 2005 - 01:00
Ronan Mullen

Or does the real question lie somewhere else.

For example, why are we getting worked up about an oversight in some exam papers at a time when people are facing more serious affronts to their dignity in hospitals and nursing homes?

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