A (jewish)columnist once proposed there should be a "jew" test. Whenever somebody found themselves speaking in favour of some ban or legislation that would primarily affect one group of people (however defined), that society should ask "how would I feel if we used the word "jew" instead of said group ?"

I think whenever somebody considers speaking internationally in praise of Britain, they should use the "France" or "Germany" test. If it isn't toe-curdling when applied to another country then it's okay.  

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