White Nationalism: Undermining Democracy, Social Unity and Human Rights
White nationalism poses a significant danger to democracy, undermining human rights and destabilising community.
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January 30, 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
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
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
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
Understanding Populism: A Dual Perspective
The rise of populism reveals deep-seated political frustrations, underscoring the need for democratic principles, accountability and integrity.
January 7, 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
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
The Balanced Budget Debate in Australia: A Casual Dive into the Pros and Cons
A balanced budget has its merits, but could other considerations carry more weight?
December 19, 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
Democracy in Crisis: A Call to Action
The crisis of democracy is a global challenge demanding immediate attention.
December 7, 2024
The Rise of Political Polarisation in Australia: Implications for Democracy
The rise of political polarisation in Australia poses significant challenges to the health of its democracy.
December 5, 2024
Accountability / ACT Government / Australian Aborigines / Australian Federal Police / Corruption / First Nations/Indigenous / Former Commissioner / Justice
A Journey of Resilience: My Ongoing Battle for Justice Against the Australian Labor Party
An outline of the ongoing politically motivated barriers faced in the pursuit of justice and the implications for whistleblowers.
December 3, 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.
Accountability / ACT Government / Australian Aborigines / Australian Federal Police / Corruption / Equality / Former Commissioner / Justice / Racism
The Cornerstone of Justice: Facing Our Accusers and Ensuring Accountability for All
Indigenous people have the same right to demand that those accusing someone of a crime are held accountable when the substance of the allegations is proved to be forged.
November 28, 2024
Accountability / Democracy / Discrimination/Racism / Equality / Human Rights / Racial Discrimination Act / Racism / Xenophobia
Demanding Accountability: The Dutton Debate and Necessity for Media Vigilance
Divisive statements by the opposition leader Peter Dutton have referred by a coalition of Jewish and Muslim advocates to the Australian Human Rights Commission.
November 27, 2024