The Effects of Mandatory Sentencing: An In-Depth Examination
Mandatory sentencing disproportionately affects marginalist populations.
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February 8, 2025
Corruption / Education / Environment / First Nations/Indigenous / Government / Human Rights / International Law / United Nations
The Significance of Human Rights: A Review of the UN Declaration
The UN Declaration of Human Rights sets standards for the protection and advancement of people, but the reality is more challenged.
February 7, 2025
The new truth-tellers: individuals who dare to challenge the establishment
The loss of trust in once trusted sources of information has given rise to a breed of truth-tellers who trade upon distrust to leverage their own aims.
February 6, 2025
The Challenge of Alternative Facts: Psychological and Sociopolitical Dynamics
"Alternative facts" are embedded by unconscious bias and group-identity, but may be addressed via multi-faceted strategies the respect the individual.
February 5, 2025
The Two Faces of Corruption: A Demand for Accountability
Corruption is a systemic issue that transcends political affiliations and demands accountability, no less in the ACT than any other jurisdiction.
February 4, 2025
Accountability / Corruption / Culture / Human Rights / Justice / Law Enforcement / Police / Rule of Law
Fabrication of Evidence by Australian Police: An Examination
The lack of accountability for fabrication of evidence by police further insults victims of injustice and undermines trust in the justice system.
February 3, 2025
Corruption in Australia: An Informal Update on Public Policy and Anti-Corruption Strategies
Corruption must be combatted by public demand for independent anti-corruption bodies and whistleblower protections.
February 2, 2025
The Economic and Social Impacts of Corruption in the Public Sector
The costs of public sector corruption are extensive, but anti-corruption strategies afford ways to mitigate the effects and promote public welfare.
February 1, 2025
Hate Speech: Impact on Society, Individuals and Democracy
Hate speech in modern society refreshes societal tensions that lead to intolerance and violence, but there are strategies to combat it.
January 31, 2025
White Nationalism: Undermining Democracy, Social Unity and Human Rights
White nationalism poses a significant danger to democracy, undermining human rights and destabilising community.
January 30, 2025
Posters in Nazi Propaganda: An Examination of Visual Messaging and Political Exploitation
The study of Nazi propaganda highlights the principles of design and emotional rhetoric used to bring about the totalitarian regime.
January 28, 2025
Discrimination / Discrimination/Racism / Genocide / Human Rights / Racism / Religion / Shared humanity / Xenophobia
The Legacy of Auschwitz: 80th Anniversary Commemoration, Memory and the Lessons of History
We must confront the challenges posed by contemporary populism and hate speech.
January 27, 2025
Colonisation of Australia: Penal Transportation and Empire Expansion
Colonisation of Australia viewed via penal transportation highlights convict challenges whilst honouring the injustices faced by Indigenous people.
January 26, 2025
Understanding Nationalism: What It Is and What It Isn’t
Nationalism can provide a supportive space for people of common linguistic or ethnic backgrounds, but it is not the same as patriotism.
January 25, 2025
The Impact of Undetected and Unchecked Corruption in the Public Sector
The economic and social costs of corruption in the public service underscores the imperative for robust anti-corruption bodies.
January 24, 2025
The Gender Gap: Albanese’s Challenges among Male Voters
Albanese's government faces challenges connecting with young male voters that threaten his re-election prospects.
January 23, 2025
The Emotional Dimensions of Trumpism: Arlie Hochschild’s Perspectives
Trumpism challenges us to look beyond the ideology of politics to the emotions that underpin collective voter behaviour.
January 23, 2025
Wealth Inequality in Australia: A Study of Billionaire Gains Amid a Cost-of-Living Crisis
Addressing the widening gap between the wealthy and ordinary people is critical to improving the lives of ordinary Australians.
January 22, 2025
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.
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