2.03.2006
The Queen and her Rewards
Why are some people against The Queen giving out rewards. A guy I respect, JG Ballard, refused a Commander of the British Empire (CBE) honour. He told the Sunday Times that we are no longer an empire and so why accept; it makes us a laughing stock and encourages deference to the crown (Dec 2003). There is nothing wrong with a little deference, something the people of Britain lost some time ago at many different levels (youths for example, miserable customer service personnel). The Royal family is Britain and represent all its amazing, fascinating (and sometimes scary history). What is wrong with celebrating a rich history and since the royal powers have been greatly decreased it is even more necessary than before. She simply rewards and appreciates, by public praise, those who deserve it like Ballard for his literature contributions. It is a completely positive thing, as long as those darn politicians don't interfere.
