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Posters in Nazi Propaganda: An Examination of Visual Messaging and Political Exploitation
Culture / Discrimination/Racism / Government / Propaganda / Xenophobia

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.

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January 28, 2025
Understanding Nationalism: What It Is and What It Isn’t
Culture / Discrimination/Racism / Shared humanity

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.

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January 25, 2025
The Crumbling Foundations of Trust: Consequences of Misinformation on Democracy
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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
Australia Day: Construction Of The Collective Memory
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.

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January 18, 2025
The Importance of Israel’s Existence: Historical Roots and Modern-Day Antisemitism
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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.

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January 16, 2025
The Intersection of Refugees, Crime, and Societal Perception
Culture / Discrimination/Racism / Racism / Refugee Policy

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.

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January 14, 2025
Populism: Redefining Authenticity, Outrage and Distorting Truth in Politics
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.

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January 11, 2025
Janus: The politicisation of the public service
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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…

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December 24, 2024
Peter Dutton’s Divisive Rhetoric has a Use By Date
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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.

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December 23, 2024
The Role of Imagination in Dialectical Thinking: A Double-Seeing Approach
Culture / Education / Shared humanity

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.

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December 22, 2024
Adass Israel Synagogue: Consequences and Reactions rippling from Ripponlea
Culture / Diversity / Hypocrisy / Shared humanity

Adass Israel Synagogue: Consequences and Reactions rippling from Ripponlea

Are our politicians genuinely interested in fostering unity?

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December 11, 2024
In the Land of Dutton’s Dreams
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In the Land of Dutton’s Dreams

Imagine a realm where compassion is rare, Where kindness is silenced, and cruelty lays bare.

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December 11, 2024
A Christmas Feast of Giving
Culture / Respect / Shared humanity

A Christmas Feast of Giving

Christmas is for sharing, it's for one and for all.

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December 4, 2024
Epic Convergence
Corporate profit / Culture / Democracy / Government / Shared humanity

Epic Convergence

Gather, oh gentlemen, in this bloodied hall.

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November 11, 2024
Acknowledge My Humanity
Culture / Respect / Shared humanity

Acknowledge My Humanity

I am the unheard echo of stories, I too am human.

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November 7, 2024
The Fable of Wazza and Numpty
Assimilation / Australian Aborigines / Culture / First Nations/Indigenous / Hypocrisy / Uncategorized

The Fable of Wazza and Numpty

Pride and culture cannot be bartered for mere tokens of approval.

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October 23, 2024
The Perils of Passivity: Sophie Scholl’s Profound Insight
Sophie Scholl
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The Perils of Passivity: Sophie Scholl’s Profound Insight

The real damage is done by those who choose to remain silent.

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October 5, 2024
The Power of Words: Hate Speech and Atrocity Crimes in Historical and Modern Contexts
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The Power of Words: Hate Speech and Atrocity Crimes in Historical and Modern Contexts

A look at the relationship between hate speech and violence, historical precedents and contemporary manifestations, particularly in the context of digital platforms.

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October 1, 2024
Inclusivity in society: the spiritual and communal importance
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Inclusivity in society: the spiritual and communal importance

Yesterday, I had the honour of attending the baptism of the grandchild of one of my earliest clients. This occasion was not merely a ceremonial rite of passage but a…

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September 29, 2024
No religion
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No religion

Envisioning a world without the constraints of religion opens up possibilities for a more harmonious existence.

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September 27, 2024
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Publications

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  • RAMSI - the scion of the juggernaut of greed

    Solomon Star
    13 October 2011
  • AFP accused of fabricating evidence, yet again

    Solomon Star (Print only)
    4 October 2011
  • Moti affair

    Solomon Star
    14 September 2011
  • Moti affair

    Fiji Sun
    12 September 2011
  • Moti appeal exposes mixed loyalties and judicial corruption

    Solomon Star
    22 July 2011
  • Moti end game

    FijiSun
    22 July 2011
  • Letters to the editor: Article by Bakchos

    Solomon Star
    20 July 2011
  • Co-operate or else! AFP thuggery for a white Australia

    Solomon Star
    24 June 2011
  • The strange case of Bill Johnson, a study in neo-colonial hypocrisy

    Solomon Star
    17 June 2011
  • Neo-colonialism in the Torres Strait

    Solomon Star
    14 June 2011
  • Moti and other affairs

    Solomon Star
    9 June 2011
  • Comment: Excellent Read

    Fiji Sun
    7 June 2011

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    So a Vietnamese refugee is allowed to come over to Australia. Totally disregard. Australia’s laws. Misuse her position to destroy…

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