May 2025

Snoopy campaigns for president in a playful vintage poster.

Political Futures: Time to Ditch Vacuous Narcissistic Promo Politics

10 May 2025 Denis Bright 6

After countless risky episodes during the recent election campaign, Australians warmed to the need for continuity in Labor’s commitment to a sustainable and caring social .market as the better option. Such positive terms triumphed over […]

A detailed infographic titled 'Reimagining Democracy' exploring democracy and corporate power.

Reimagining Democracy: A Blueprint for an Australian Republic Free from Corporate Strings

10 May 2025 Lachlan McKenzie 3

A New Democracy for Australia: True Representation, Zero Corruption Australia stands at a crossroads. As momentum builds for a republic, the question isn’t just about replacing the monarchy – it’s about redesigning democracy itself. How […]

Screenshot of a Donald J. Trump tweet discussing a UK-US agreement.

The Art of Not Having a Deal

10 May 2025 Roswell 2

In a dazzling display of diplomatic fanfare, President Trump unveiled what he convinced himself – and his administration – to believe was a “historic, tremendous, and frankly unbelievable” trade deal with the United Kingdom, the […]

Illustration depicting fossil fuel elites hijacking Australian democracy with money.

How Advance Australia Hijacked Democracy

10 May 2025 AIMN Editorial 3

By Denis Hay Description Discover how Advance Australia and fossil fuel billionaires crushed the Greens and silenced democracy using disinformation and media manipulation. Introduction – A Democracy Betrayed Location: Australia, election night, 2025. Action: Television […]

A political cartoon showing waves labeled with issues threatening democracy.

Death Rattle of the Dinosaurs: Murdoch’s Last Gasp to Save a Dying Duopoly (Spoiler: It’s Getting Desperate)

10 May 2025 Lachlan McKenzie 3

Cartoon Pitch (Jeff Hook Style): Scene: A bloated, sweating Murdoch (wearing a “Kingmaker” robe) and a coal-covered mining magnate frantically stack sandbags labeled “Fake News” and “Scare Campaigns” to hold back a tidal wave of […]

Three people on stage holding hands, celebrating.

2025 Federal Election Analysis – Lessons for Greens and Coalition

10 May 2025 AIMN Editorial 6

By Callen Sorensen Karklis Despite fierce criticism from conservative media aimed at the Albanese Labor Government since 2022, particularly in the lead-up to the 2025 Federal election, Anthony Albanese secured a landslide victory, marking Labor’s […]

A pope in ornate robes waving from a balcony.

New Pope could end Gaza genocide… by going to Gaza

10 May 2025 AIMN Editorial 1

By Walt Zlotow During his last 19 months on Earth, Pope Francis continually condemned the US enabled Israeli genocide in Gaza and demanded its end. Since it began shortly after the October 7, 2023 Hamas […]

A man speaking at a podium with "Building Australia's Future" signs.

Labor has an opportunity to bring on significant change

9 May 2025 John Lord 0

Labor has an opportunity for significant change, but it would require a substantial commitment, spanning two or more terms to fully realise the potential. While some initiatives could be achieved more swiftly, it’s crucial to […]

Man speaking passionately at a podium with a political message banner.

2025: The year that redefined Australian politics

9 May 2025 Michael Taylor 2

Introduction The 2025 federal election has rewritten Australia’s political script, with the Albanese government securing a resounding mandate – though perhaps more a rejection of Peter Dutton’s prime ministerial bid than a full embrace of […]

Handshake symbolizes bipartisan politics amid media and public attention.

How Australians Can Break Free from the Two-Party Trap

9 May 2025 AIMN Editorial 2

By Denis Hay Description The two-party trap. Labor won decisively, and voters expect bold action. Learn why breaking free from the two-party mindset still matters as Australians demand progressive change. Introduction: The Illusion of Change […]

The graphic used by the AJA/QJC/MIC groups to attack the Greens, using Hindu and Iranian figures alongside a Jewish one.

Front groups working with Zionist actors are promoting Islamophobia

9 May 2025 Lucy Hamilton 50

Australian front groups have been working to promote the idea that the Greens make many cultural identities less safe. Zionists are incorporating Hindu and Iranian figures, depicting a fake “threat.” Wendy Bacon and Yaakov Aharon […]

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Bratty Royal: Prince Harry and Bespoke Security Protection

9 May 2025 Dr Binoy Kampmark 24

It has been unedifying, and, it should be said, far from noble. But being unedifying has become something of a day specialty for Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, notably when giving interviews from commodious abodes […]

From Outback to Outhouse: Jacinta’s Liberal Reboot

9 May 2025 Roswell 26

In a move that has sent shockwaves through Parliament House, Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price has dramatically quit the Nationals to join the Liberal Party, declaring it her “sacred duty” to rescue the floundering conservatives from […]

Donald Trump next to a portion of the U.S. Constitution's preamble.

Don’t ask me. I’m only the president!

8 May 2025 Roswell 3

Picture this: the leader of the free world, mid-interview, sipping an iced tea (or maybe a Diet Coke), when NBC’s Kristen Welker lobs a softie: “Don’t you need to uphold the Constitution of the United […]

Donald Trump in military uniform at a formal event.

Who defeated the Nazis in World War 2? Thank God for Hollywood!

8 May 2025 Noel Wauchope 21

On the 8th May 1945, Germany surrendered unconditionally to the Allies. On the 9th May 2025, Russia is holding a grand commemoration – a “Victory Day” for the 80th anniversary of this event. How dare […]

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