John Lord, Author at The Australian Independent Media Network

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An open letter on Leviticus: Please don’t let the truth get in the way of your judgment

10 July 2026 John Lord 7

I found this piece stored at the bottom of my Mac, gathering dust, and when I read it, I remembered using the Leviticus passages during debates with others about their authority. It is reputed to […]

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Government for the Common Good is serving us well. May it continue to do so.

7 July 2026 John Lord 7

The relationship between politics and the common good remains a central and contested issue within Australian politics. This essay argues that, in contemporary Australia, partisan interests and the pursuit of political power largely overshadow efforts […]

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Hanson’s vision is hard to accept, and living that way would be a big ask

26 June 2026 John Lord 14

Last week, I examined whether One Nation could form a cabinet as capable as Labor’s, a discussion that generated notable engagement despite some misinterpretations of my argument. In this essay, I argued that the core […]

Politics

Is One Nation fit to govern Australia? What would their team look like? (Part 2)

20 June 2026 John Lord 9

Continued from Part 1 After three decades in politics, Pauline Hanson seems to have grown sharper in nastiness but duller in knowledge and eloquence, even as the Coalition borrows more of her ideas. Once the […]

Is One Nation fit to govern Australia? What would their team look like?

19 June 2026 John Lord 29

Considering where her party stands today, the statement is fair: One Nation is not fit to govern Australia. Picture Pauline Hanson as Australia’s Prime Minister. Can you see her at the United Nations, holding court […]

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Our society is pulled by unseen strings far more than we realise. Will AI loosen those strings, or only tangle them further?

12 June 2026 John Lord 4

Some years ago, I penned these thoughts. Now, with fresh eyes and a few new twists, I revisit them to see what has shifted. My central question remains: how has manipulation sculpted our society, and […]

Even a failed Prime Minister can be President of the Liberal Party

5 June 2026 John Lord 12

When Tony Abbott was elected unopposed as Federal President of the Liberal Party on Friday, 29 May, I wasn’t surprised. The party’s inability to comprehend genuine change is striking. After their resounding election defeat, one […]

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Avoiding Another Robodebt Scenario

29 May 2026 John Lord 8

Recent decisions by Sam Rae, the Minister for Aged Care and Seniors, risk repeating the failures of previous programs like Robodebt. Issues in the Aged Care program urgently need solutions that genuinely improve outcomes. As […]

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Ongoing political promises continue to attract significant public scrutiny

22 May 2026 John Lord 9

Annual budgets are consistently subject to criticism, particularly regarding contentious tax policy issues. In 2026-2027, debate focused on the government’s commitment to reform negative gearing – a policy permitting property investors to deduct rental property […]

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Labor reforms: It’s now or never

11 May 2026 John Lord 8

Australia faces a pivotal decision on labour reforms: whether to implement immediate, bold changes essential to advancing fairer workplaces, economic justice, and a stronger democracy, or to delay action in favour of further assessment. This […]

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Iconic Political Orations – and one that could have been

8 May 2026 John Lord 2

I’ve listened to many truly great speeches over the years. Some stand out for their power and lasting impact. Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech remains unforgettable. By repeating the phrase “I […]

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For a decade the Liberals have struggled to define Australian values

1 May 2026 John Lord 3

From our archives, April 21, 2017: Drafting a straightforward list of Australian values didn’t take much effort on my part back in 2017. It was a stark contrast to the reactions of Malcolm Turnbull and […]

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Is President Trump mentally unstable? (Part 2)

25 April 2026 John Lord 10

Continued from Part 1 In 2017, The Dangerous Case of Donald Trump, a book edited by Dr Bandy X. Lee, presented the assessments of 27 psychiatrists, psychologists, and other mental health professionals, argued that Trump’s […]

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Is President Trump mentally unstable?

24 April 2026 John Lord 8

This article asks: Do the President’s recent conduct and statements indicate mental instability that affects his job performance? By examining his actions, considering mental health expert assessments, and consistent behaviours, the article argues these factors […]

Every day is important – until there are no more

17 April 2026 John Lord 17

On 26 February 2027, I will turn 86 – well beyond the average lifespan of an Australian male. This realisation shapes my perspective. My core message: every day matters, and openly facing mortality motivates me […]

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