Fall of Republics: Comparison of Donald Trump’s Presidency and the Scandals Leading to Augustus’ Rise
The similarities between Trump's presidency and the Roman Republic bear consideration.
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February 23, 2025
Trump as Ally in the Context of the AUKUS Alliance: Developments and Historical Patterns
An unpopular alliance from the outset, AUKUS under Trump carries significant risk.
February 22, 2025
Commonwealth Government / Democracy / Discrimination/Racism / First Nations/Indigenous / Government / Human Rights / Political theory / Propaganda
Peter Dutton: The Opposition Leader Playing from the Populist Handbook
Peter Dutton is a populist, drawing from the classic playbook asserting that he is the common man's friend. But does the electorate believe rhetoric?
February 20, 2025
The Impact of Australia’s Political Duopoly on Democracy: A Critical Examination
Concerns that Australia’s political duopoly is eroding democracy necessitate transparency and accountability in governance.
February 19, 2025
The Illusion of Institutional Integrity: A Critical Analysis of Australia’s Political Guardrail Institutions
Australia’s political guardrail institutions are often holograms lacking the substantive ability to fulfill their mandates.
February 18, 2025
Accountability / ACT Government / Australian Aborigines / Australian Federal Police / Corruption / Discrimination/Racism / First Nations/Indigenous / Human Rights / Justice / Law / Law Enforcement / Racism / Rule of Law
Law, Racism, and Power Abuse: An Examination of Institutional Failures in Australia
Preamble This article responds to a vile, racist comment left on my website by a self-described white supremacist using the pseudonym “Don’t Like Abos.” Highly original. The comment read: “Look,…
February 16, 2025
Accountability / ACT Government / Australian Federal Police / Commonwealth Government / Corruption / Discrimination / Discrimination/Racism / Domestic Law / Government / Justice / Law Enforcement / Police
Economic Terrorism: The Politicisation of the Australian Federal Police
Politicisation of the Australian Federal Police biases law enforcement, diverting the drivers from community service and underpinning unprofessional behaviour.
February 13, 2025
The Integrity of Legal Documents: A Case Study of Altered Affidavits and Judicial Accountability
Failure to ensure the integrity of legal documents and to hold those accountable for breach are hallmarks of a failed justice system.
February 11, 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
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
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
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
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