Australia’s political guardrail institutions are often holograms lacking the substantive ability to fulfill their mandates.
The allegations against Peter Dutton are emblematic of broader societal tensions.
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,…
Rights bloom for us all, Dignity stands tall – unbowed, Universal truth.by Bakchos Abstract Human dignity is a concept that has gained significant attention in various fields, including philosophy, law,…
Politicisation of the Australian Federal Police biases law enforcement, diverting the drivers from community service and underpinning unprofessional behaviour.
Failure to ensure the integrity of legal documents and to hold those accountable for breach are hallmarks of a failed justice system.
Access to justice is hampered by financial means for the majority, but there are ways to address the disparity.
Mandatory sentencing disproportionately affects marginalist populations.
The UN Declaration of Human Rights sets standards for the protection and advancement of people, but the reality is more challenged.
The lack of accountability for fabrication of evidence by police further insults victims of injustice and undermines trust in the justice system.
The costs of public sector corruption are extensive, but anti-corruption strategies afford ways to mitigate the effects and promote public welfare.
Hate speech in modern society refreshes societal tensions that lead to intolerance and violence, but there are strategies to combat it.
The economic and social costs of corruption in the public service underscores the imperative for robust anti-corruption bodies.
The promotion of conspiracies and misinformation by political leaders and "experts" feeds societal polarisation and undermines democracy.
Populist leaders eschew virtue signalling, preferring the emotional hook of deceit to connect with the people.
The contrasting work ethics observed in the private and public sectors highlight significant challenges that need to be addressed.
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.…
We must acknowledge the vital role that imagination plays in shaping our understanding of the world.
The cost of silence, far too great a toll, In a democracy for sale, we've lost control.
The rise of political polarisation in Australia poses significant challenges to the health of its democracy.