The United States and the Globalisation “Free Ride”: A Reassessment of Economic Narratives
Far from being disadvantaged, the United States has lived beyond its means since the end of the Second World War.
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April 18, 2025
Dutton’s Lies and Other Liberal Fairytales in the 2025 Election
Liberal leader Peter Dutton's flexibility with the truth highlights his affinity for misinformation, eroding public trust and perceptions of integrity.
April 16, 2025
Politics as a Dream Caught by Reality: Cyclical History, Vico’s Philosophy, and the Populist Spiral
Humankind's eternal cycle of striving, failing, and re-imagining is reflected in the political dynamism our world repeats.
April 15, 2025
A composite image created by BlakandBlack of Jacinta Nampijinpa Price Gina Rinehart, emphasising the relationship between them.
Accountability / Australian Aborigines / Commonwealth Government / Culture / Education / First Nations/Indigenous / Government / Propaganda
Jacinta Nampijinpa Price: Suitability for Government Efficiency Leadership
A close look at Jacinta Nampijinpa Price's credentials and experience as the opposition posit her role in a Liberal-National led government.
April 13, 2025
Babet’s Misaligned Christianity with its Hebrew Roots and Gospel Legacy
Ralph Babet expounds a Christian ideal without full consideration of the origins or tenets of his own faith.
April 9, 2025
Andrew Robb: From LNP Trade Minister to Consultant for a CCP-Aligned Billionaire
Dutton's assertion that the lease of Darwin Port by the Chinese is a security risk conflict with his actions as Minister for Immigration and Border Protection.
April 8, 2025
Accountability / Commonwealth Government / Corporate profit / Corporate responsibility / Democracy / Government
Three Years Is Not Enough: Why Labor Should Be Returned as a Minority Government
Electing a minority Labor government at the upcoming election would enable ongoing correction for damage from the Morrison government.
March 29, 2025
Australian Aborigines / Commonwealth Government / Environment / First Nations/Indigenous / Government / Human Rights / Justice / Refugees
Peter Dutton: A Divisive Figure in Australian Politics
Peter Dutton represents a questionable option for a cohesive, just and united Australia.
March 28, 2025
Corporate responsibility / Culture / Discrimination/Racism / Government / Human Rights / Political theory / Propaganda
Culture Wars in Australia: The Right Wing as Primary Instigator
An imbalance in media ownership enables the political right to influence the terms of elections, setting the terms through amplifying cultural tensions.
March 19, 2025
The Wooden Horse of Wealth: Billionaires and the Subversion of Democracy
The Trojan Horse is a lesson in looking beyond a rival's seemingly generous gift to their underlying motives and past behaviours.
March 18, 2025
A Life of Duty, Identity, and Controversy: The Story of Sir Isaac Alfred Isaacs
Sir Isaac Alfred Isaacs serves as a model for the integration of identity in public service, where the future of the world are paramount.
March 16, 2025
Commonwealth Government / Discrimination/Racism / Government / Human Rights / Political theory / Refugees
Peter Dutton’s Bombast and the Caravan ‘Terrorist’ Plot
"He who shouts the loudest generally has the least to offer."
March 12, 2025
Democracy versus freedom of speech: Where tolerance draws the line
At its fundamental roots, democracy requires freedom of speech, but with a necessary tension to limit hate.
March 7, 2025
Australian Aborigines / Commonwealth Government / Discrimination/Racism / Diversity / Environment / First Nations/Indigenous / Government / Propaganda
The Division of Dutton: Short-Term Targets over Long-term Repercussions
Peter Dutton's peddles a divisive narrative in his pursuit of power that ultimately serves the electorate poorly.
March 6, 2025
Morrison’s Legacy, the reasons why Albanese Deserves a Second Term
When considering who should form Government after the next election, remember Morrison's legacy..
February 28, 2025
Commonwealth Government / Democracy / Discrimination/Racism / First Nations/Indigenous / Government / Human Rights / Political theory / Propaganda
Peter Dutton: The Opposition Leader Playing from the Populist Handbook
Peter Dutton is a populist, drawing from the classic playbook asserting that he is the common man's friend. But does the electorate believe rhetoric?
February 20, 2025
Australian Aborigines / Discrimination / Discrimination/Racism / First Nations/Indigenous / Human Rights
Allegations of Racism Against Peter Dutton: An Analysis
The allegations against Peter Dutton are emblematic of broader societal tensions.
February 17, 2025
Accountability / ACT Government / Australian Federal Police / Commonwealth Government / Corruption / Discrimination / Discrimination/Racism / Domestic Law / Government / Justice / Law Enforcement / Police
Economic Terrorism: The Politicisation of the Australian Federal Police
Politicisation of the Australian Federal Police biases law enforcement, diverting the drivers from community service and underpinning unprofessional behaviour.
February 13, 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