John Lord, Author at The Australian Independent Media Network

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Is free speech a shield for open discourse or a vehicle for hate speech?

30 January 2026 John Lord 2

Is free speech a shield for open discourse or a vehicle for hate speech? This piece examines where reason should guide our understanding of that boundary. This article explores how free speech sits between liberty […]

Paul Keating’s words ring true

23 January 2026 John Lord 8

As I’ve grown older, I’ve seen that in tough times, the United States often puts its own interests before its promises to allies or countries with shared goals. For instance, the Nixon Doctrine of 1971 […]

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Beyond Bondi: How Canberra Could Look in 2026

16 January 2026 John Lord 5

Emerging from the long shadow cast by the Bondi shootings, as the city exhales after summer’s hush, our focus turns again to the vibrant mosaic of daily life. After months of heated debate, a Royal […]

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‘Tis the season for political point scoring

23 December 2025 John Lord 18

Why do Australian politicians – primarily from the right – default to political theatre when tragedy strikes such as it did at Bondi Beach? After such tragic events, it’s essential to shift focus from mere […]

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Trump drifts through history with little reflection, leaving a trail of chaos in his wake, seemingly oblivious to the turmoil he stirs

19 December 2025 John Lord 3

Way back on December 19, 2016, I wrote a piece titled “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” (Borrowing a quote from Jesus.) What has changed since then? I have revisited this article […]

I’ve Had My Own Memory Lapses – Trump’s Are on Another Level

12 December 2025 John Lord 9

Trump’s cognitive decline, marked by notable memory lapses, impulsive and often erratic remarks, and a troubling pattern of inconsistent statements, ignites profound worries regarding his mental fitness for leadership. These signs not only raise eyebrows […]

He once said he was a genius. Now he wants to immortalise himself.

28 November 2025 John Lord 13

The only man I can think of who could rightfully claim the title of genius is Leonardo da Vince. Now you might dispute that, and you may be right. I don’t recall any research I […]

Time never diminishes the crime. The crime of ignorance, that is

21 November 2025 John Lord 10

After more than 15 years of missteps and miscalculations regarding climate change policy, the Liberal and National parties have repeatedly demonstrated an alarming level of ignorance. Their failure to grasp the urgency and complexity of […]

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A Government for the Common Good. Is it possible?

14 November 2025 John Lord 4

Thoughts of consequence swirl around me like autumn leaves caught in a gust of wind, compelling me to invite the reader to linger a little longer in this contemplative space. I believe that at the […]

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You are being manipulated, day in and day out

7 November 2025 John Lord 6

Nearly a decade has passed since I penned the thoughts that follow, and now I feel compelled to revisit them (with a few thoughtful tweaks and expansions) in pursuit of a deeper understanding of what […]

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Why are you so biased? We both can’t be right

31 October 2025 John Lord 10

As I approach the milestone of 85 years on February 26, my mind often wanders down memory lane, reflecting on the core beliefs that have shaped my life. Among these, one concept stands out with particular […]

The politics of hypocrisy and hatred

24 October 2025 John Lord 10

What are your thoughts on hatred and its impact on both ourselves and our politics? I vividly recall a moment from 2016, during the opening session of Parliament, which struck me as both perplexing and […]

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Donald Trump’s battle for relevance (Part 2)

18 October 2025 John Lord 5

The unwavering nature of Trump’s right-wing self-promotion, coupled with the intense fervour of his self-righteousness, can reach a level that feels almost unfathomable to the average individual. It’s nearly beyond comprehension that many Americans fail […]

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Donald Trump’s battle for relevance

10 October 2025 John Lord 10

Nothing exemplifies Donald Trump’s towering ego more vividly than his relentless pursuit of international media attention. Like a moth drawn to a flame, he flies from one controversy to another, each serving as a platform […]

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They were just sixteen – sixteen – yet they felt entitled to vote

8 August 2025 John Lord 4

In my community, there’s a high school that throws a yearly spectacle called “Democracy Day.” This isn’t just any event; it’s a raucous showdown where students dive headfirst into a chaotic election process for various […]

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