Law & Politics
Reason and unreason in the critique of Western civilisation
Douglas Murray is a wonderfully free spirit who lucidly tackles the manias of political correctness with erudition, panache and limpid …
When Albanese spoke up for euthanasia
When parliament resumes in Canberra later this month, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will have an opportunity to delve back into …
The undoing of Roe v Wade
Protests continue after the United States Supreme Court overturned the landmark Roe v. Wade case, which protected a woman’s right …
Making the Commonwealth ‘worth talking about’
This month, the Commonwealth commemorated the 70th anniversary of the Queen’s reign, including her role as Head of the institution. …
Political advertising: It’s time to stop the lies
It’s perfectly legal to lie in political advertising – and it shouldn’t be! During the 2022 federal election campaign, a …
The cautious approach to cannabis reform
One of the surprising results from the federal election was a record vote for Legalise Cannabis Australia, a minor party …
Changing the optics of politics
Almost everyone will have ideas on what should be the priorities for the incoming Albanese government. While the manifesto was …
Liberal Party: Following the Christian right into electoral wilderness
Christian right lobby groups now have the Liberal Party they want – a lot more conservative and no doubt a …
Trapped in a cycle of distrust
Australia and the rest of the world have had a couple of very rough years. Throughout the pandemic and its …
The death of traditional journalism
Journalism is a humble activity, or at least it should be. To be a reporter in a newsroom is to …
Why you need to watch out for strategic lies in the federal election
During the federal election, politicians of all persuasions will use a range of campaigning and spin tactics. But there is …
The election is a race – it’s a horse race
Adam Bandt’s appearance at the National Press Club may well be remembered in Australian political folklore for the response to …