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A Bennite is a political supporter of the ideals of British politician Tony Benn.
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What is a Bennite solution?
It's an extreme solution that pertains to right wing party ideas.Further answer and reply to above:Although it has been supposed by some that this expression relates to "sweeping change" brought about from "right wing party ideas," nevertheless, cursory research demonstrates the contrary and reveals that such an understanding does not accord with the historical background of the expression.The expression derives from Anthony Neil Wedgwood Benn(born April 3, 1925), known as Tony Benn, formerly 2nd Viscount Stansgate. He was a British politician on the left of the Labour Party. He was instrumental in the creation of the Peerage Act 1963. The term "a bennite solution", generally understood to mean a radical left-wing solution, was derived from Benn's name.It is used with great humor in the BBC TV series, "Yes Minister," especially by Sir Humphrey Appleby and other highly placed civil servants, whenever someone proposes sweeping changes in the government.The "mistake" made in thinking of the expresssion as a "right wing idea" very likely comes from that TV series, since Sir Humphrey almost always uses it to counter changes in government that would REDUCE the size of government (a right wing idea). But it began it's life involved with LEFT-wing politics.
Meaning of habitual courtesy?
Courtesy is politeness and respect shown to others in accordance with customary practices. Courtesy is part of good manners, and is based on the qualities of graciousness and consideration for another's feelings and beliefs.Courtesy is sometimes displayed as the result of conscious thought on the matter.Sometimes courtesy maybe manifested as an automatic response to a certain situation. In this case such an action could be called an 'habitual courtesy,' the result of training and practice of good manners.In countries/cultures where courtesy is normal and expected, 'habitual courtesy' is widespread.In environments were courtesy may be less common, a considerate action by a person who regularly shows courtesy to others could be described as being performed according to his or her 'habitual courtesy.'Example of usage:"Michael Foot treated all us new Bennite MPs with his habitual courtesy, but warily." -Guardian Newspaper, UK, March 3, 2010----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------See Related links below for more information.
