We are a country of performance as opposed to substance (which perhaps explains the preponderance of superb actors). Thus, the need to substantially increase defense spending to counter Russia has barely entered the national consciousness too. Often it seems like the UK exists in a constant state of wilful amnesia.
"... America, empire of spectacle" -- very apt.
Seems we've chosen virtual ephemera over productive realia.
We're inventive and incautious.
We are a country of performance as opposed to substance (which perhaps explains the preponderance of superb actors). Thus, the need to substantially increase defense spending to counter Russia has barely entered the national consciousness too. Often it seems like the UK exists in a constant state of wilful amnesia.