Democracy: Party or Independents?

3 months ago

The rise of independent members of parliament and the interest in having more raises intriguing questions. I like the idea…

Postcards from the Post-election American Apocalypse

3 months ago

Drones Drones are the flavor of the month. Every US media outlet is currently obsessed with drones whizzing through the…

When You Can’t Say “Merry Christmas”!

3 months ago

Someone just told me that it was inappropriate to say, "Merry Christmas." I told them that it's a free country…

Ignoring a Leopard’s Spots: The UK, Syria and Courting Dictators

3 months ago

Moral evangelists in power preaching about democracy and human rights resemble dowdy advocates of family values. When given a chance,…

The ugly side of politics

3 months ago

Though our original site will still be up for another couple of years, it is a horrid thought knowing that…

Is it realistic for Donald Trump to boast of a quick peace deal for Ukraine?

3 months ago

Donald Trump has made so many promises on what he will quickly achieve once he takes office as President. The…

Dutton’s Double Standard

3 months ago

During the end of year ‘silly season’ the Victorian Branch of the ALP put up a post on FaceBook that…

This Is Our Moment: A Call to Reclaim Democracy and Secure a Better Future for all Australians

3 months ago

By Sue Barrett The two-party system has failed us. It’s time for people-powered politics to deliver a fairer, more inclusive,…

Far From Ignorant: The European Union, Arms Exports and Israel

3 months ago

While international law can, at times, seem an ephemeral creature, vulnerable to manipulation, neglect and outright dismissal, its strictures can…

The Atlas Network and the threat of nuclear war

3 months ago

The Atlas Network’s primary junktank is not content with promoting the potential collapse of “civilisation” through climate change. It has…