What I wished I’d known at 45

4 months ago

It was a question, asking for advice, I think. I’m old, much older than 45, so the question may well…

Frail Egos and Sandpit Colonialism: Australia, the United States and Invading Iraq

4 months ago

Former Australian Prime Minister John Howard is in the news again. The release of Australian cabinet documents from 2004 –…

Democracy: Party or Independents?

4 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

4 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”!

4 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

4 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

4 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?

4 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

4 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

4 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,…