Down with the Royals

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After Diana, there seemed some hope that this country would finally grow up and get rid of the monarchy, the symbol of inequality and privilege. But the royals have been smart and were able to cleverly re-establish themselves. Now with William, Kate and their babies, it has become almost treasonable to argue for an elected head of state. That is exactly why it must be done, according to Joan Smith.

Joan Smith is an English novelist, journalist and human rights activist. She is the author of the Loretta Lawson series of crime novels and is co-chair of the Mayor of London's Violence Against Women and Girls Panel.