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.
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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
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
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 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
Sednaya Prison – Legacy of the Despot Bashar al-Asaad
The horrors being uncovered within the walls of Syria's Sednaya Prison are reminiscent of the concentration camps. The world must not look away.
December 13, 2024
Adass Israel Synagogue: Consequences and Reactions rippling from Ripponlea
Are our politicians genuinely interested in fostering unity?
December 11, 2024
In the Land of Dutton’s Dreams
Imagine a realm where compassion is rare, Where kindness is silenced, and cruelty lays bare.
December 11, 2024
Exploring the Complex History of Slavery
The Bible was manipulated to effect the ongoing oppression of the black man through the slave trade.
December 9, 2024
Democracy in Crisis: A Call to Action
The crisis of democracy is a global challenge demanding immediate attention.
December 7, 2024
Corporate profit / Corporate responsibility / Human Rights / International Law / Mining / United Nations
Echoes Of Silence: Chevron’s Profits Amidst The Crisis In Gaza
Will we be remembered as passive observers, complicit in the silence that enables injustice?
December 1, 2024
Origins Broken Fragment L, by Lionel Smit.