We must confront the challenges posed by contemporary populism and hate speech.
Colonisation of Australia viewed via penal transportation highlights convict challenges whilst honouring the injustices faced by Indigenous people.
Nationalism can provide a supportive space for people of common linguistic or ethnic backgrounds, but it is not the same as patriotism.
Trumpism challenges us to look beyond the ideology of politics to the emotions that underpin collective voter behaviour.
Addressing the widening gap between the wealthy and ordinary people is critical to improving the lives of ordinary Australians.
The promotion of conspiracies and misinformation by political leaders and "experts" feeds societal polarisation and undermines democracy.
Whilst man can be his own worst enemy, societal forces and human nature must also be challenged to create a more equitable world.
Australia's collective memory neglects Indigenous experience. Acknowledging and addressing the impacts of colonialism honors all people.
Centuries of persecution underscore the necessity for a safe haven for Jews that also acknowledges Palestinians through a two-state solution.
Simplistic correlations between culture and crime fall short of understanding the complex association between refugee culture and crime.
Populist leaders eschew virtue signalling, preferring the emotional hook of deceit to connect with the people.
Access to true justice requires that coercive bargaining and penalties for going to trial be eradicated as part of legal reform.
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.…
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…
Peter Dutton's brand of racism is at odds with Australia's diverse and inclusive society, ignoring the multicultural reality of our modern society.
We must acknowledge the vital role that imagination plays in shaping our understanding of the world.
Is there a William Howard Russell among today's journalists?
The emergence of totalitarianism in Germany in 1933 affords lessons for the contemporary world about democracy and authoritarianism.
The horrors being uncovered within the walls of Syria's Sednaya Prison are reminiscent of the concentration camps. The world must not look away.
Are our politicians genuinely interested in fostering unity?