The Crumbling Foundations of Trust: Consequences of Misinformation on Democracy
The promotion of conspiracies and misinformation by political leaders and "experts" feeds societal polarisation and undermines democracy.
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January 21, 2025
The Nature of Humanity: “Man is the Only Real Enemy”
Whilst man can be his own worst enemy, societal forces and human nature must also be challenged to create a more equitable world.
January 19, 2025
Australian Aborigines / Culture / First Nations/Indigenous / Reconciliation / Shared humanity / Torres Strait
Australia Day: Construction Of The Collective Memory
Australia's collective memory neglects Indigenous experience. Acknowledging and addressing the impacts of colonialism honors all people.
January 18, 2025
Peter Dutton’s Political Aspirations: A Double-Edged Sword
Peter Dutton - opportunistic, divisive leader or bold, calculated leader?
January 17, 2025
Culture / Discrimination/Racism / Government / Human Rights / International Law / Justice / Religion / Shared humanity / Uncategorized / Xenophobia
The Importance of Israel’s Existence: Historical Roots and Modern-Day Antisemitism
Centuries of persecution underscore the necessity for a safe haven for Jews that also acknowledges Palestinians through a two-state solution.
January 16, 2025
The Intersection of Refugees, Crime, and Societal Perception
Simplistic correlations between culture and crime fall short of understanding the complex association between refugee culture and crime.
January 14, 2025
Accountability / Corruption / Culture / Democracy / Government / Political theory / Propaganda / Uncategorized
Populism: Redefining Authenticity, Outrage and Distorting Truth in Politics
Populist leaders eschew virtue signalling, preferring the emotional hook of deceit to connect with the people.
January 11, 2025
Private and Public Sectors: Professionalism and Accountability
The contrasting work ethics observed in the private and public sectors highlight significant challenges that need to be addressed.
January 8, 2025
Understanding Populism: A Dual Perspective
The rise of populism reveals deep-seated political frustrations, underscoring the need for democratic principles, accountability and integrity.
January 7, 2025
Revisiting Sir William Blackstone’s Insights in Today’s Criminal Law
Access to true justice requires that coercive bargaining and penalties for going to trial be eradicated as part of legal reform.
January 6, 2025
Accountability / Discrimination/Racism / Genocide by stealth / Government / Human Rights / Propaganda / Racism / Religion / Shared humanity
Faith, Regret, and Redemption: The Journey of Martin Niemöller
Abstract This paper explores the complex journey of Martin Niemöller, a German Lutheran pastor whose initial support for Adolf Hitler transformed into profound regret and opposition to the Nazi regime.…
December 29, 2024
Janus: The politicisation of the public service
Abstract Public service is traditionally conceived as a noble endeavour aimed at the betterment of society, yet a closer examination reveals that it can sometimes prioritise image over genuine public…
December 24, 2024
Peter Dutton’s Divisive Rhetoric has a Use By Date
Peter Dutton's brand of racism is at odds with Australia's diverse and inclusive society, ignoring the multicultural reality of our modern society.
December 23, 2024
The Role of Imagination in Dialectical Thinking: A Double-Seeing Approach
We must acknowledge the vital role that imagination plays in shaping our understanding of the world.
December 22, 2024
The Lost Art of Journalism: A Call for Truth in a World of Puppetry
Is there a William Howard Russell among today's journalists?
December 20, 2024
The Balanced Budget Debate in Australia: A Casual Dive into the Pros and Cons
A balanced budget has its merits, but could other considerations carry more weight?
December 19, 2024
Is Peter Dutton’s Nuclear Power Plan Really the Best Option for Australia?
Peter Dutton argues that nuclear power is argued as the solution to Australia's energy challenges. Bakchos look at the pros and cons.
December 18, 2024
The Emergence of Totalitarianism: Beware Convenient Fires
The emergence of totalitarianism in Germany in 1933 affords lessons for the contemporary world about democracy and authoritarianism.
December 17, 2024
Whatever is has already been,and what will be has been before
Life endlessly renews.
December 15, 2024
Democracy For Sale
The cost of silence, far too great a toll, In a democracy for sale, we've lost control.
December 13, 2024