A few random thoughts about this corona crisis

Disclaimer: No, not everything I write here is supported by a source and no, I don’t feel the need to justify absolutely every statement, because these are just my opinions (please refer to the classic Greek rhetoric concept of “doxa” versus … Continue reading A few random thoughts about this corona crisis

Mala tempora currunt

Italy is in a lockdown and I wish Belgium took coronavirus a little more seriously as well. The authorities kept on pretending that nothing was going on and playing the wait-and-see game for far too long, and it was only two days ago that they decided to suspend classes – but not close the schools – and to encourage people to work from home. Hardly decisive actions. Because we are in a vulnerable situation we are doing everything we can to keep safe. I cancelled a contract, because my employer (the European Commission!) would not comply with the most basic … Continue reading Mala tempora currunt