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Jack McGovan

Jack McGovan

06
Aug
The Sower logo in black on a gradient background that goes from grey to pink, top to bottom.

The Sower round-up (July 2025)

4 min read
30
Jul
In the top left, a punk swings a baseball bat at a police robot located on the bottom of the picture. The name of the novel is written in the top right, the author's name on the bottom left.

We have no choice but to find joy in the struggle for a better future

The Free People's Village is a novel worth reading for those who believe things can be better.
3 min read
16
Jul
A campaign banner that says "Leave" at the top, with the X logo in the middle, and "Protect Democracy" at the bottom. The X logo has killed the old bird logo of Twitter.

X reveals a weakness in left-wing rhetoric

Good principles mean nothing when you materially support a fascist propaganda machine.
4 min read
02
Jul
The Sower logo in black on a gradient background that goes from grey to pink.

Sower recommends (Pride edition)

Hey Sowers, Pride month this year was eyeopening, particularly when it comes to corporations and the speed at which they&
3 min read
25
Jun
The illustration is split into two halves. The left represents a traditional casket burial with a person in a suit, whereas the right shows a natural burial directly in the Earth.

Our collective fear of death pushes us towards authoritarianism

Green burials are less polluting. Can they also help us alleviate our death anxiety and keep authoritarianism at bay?
13 min read
28
May
Sower recommends (May 2025)

Sower recommends (May 2025)

A round-up of relevant writing, as well as music, fiction, and recipe recommendations.
5 min read
14
May
An illustration which is split into a grid, mimicking a calendar. The squares are filled with people doing different kinds of leisure activities.

Working less is the most underrated climate solution

Fewer work hours can lower emissions. So why isn’t the climate movement fighting for our collective right to relax?
11 min read
08
May
Coming soon: progressive ideas and actionable advice

Coming soon: progressive ideas and actionable advice

A better future is possible, and this newsletter wants to prove it.
1 min read