Less than four weeks ago, Treasurer Josh Frydenberg was still singing his own praises. “Australia approaches the challenges ahead from a position of economic strength with the Coalition Government’s economic plan and responsible budget management contributing to the resilience of the Australian economy.” Under the Coalition’s “responsible budget management”, net debt has increased from $161,253…
Krystal Ball of Rising on The Hill TV recently made a comment that perfectly encapsulates Joe Biden and the Democrats. I want to give her comment, delve into the details and extrapolate a little. The Krystal Ball Looks into You, Part One: Swing that Axe! On a recent edition of Rising, Krystal offered this pearl…
Before I start this, I’d just like to tell you how great I am. I mean, I’m really good when it comes to economics. I understand them and I know how they work and that’s because I’m an adult and I’m open for business, and if you want me to get things in order just…
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There was a time in this country when government took advice from public servants. You know, those who work for the government in their specialised fields and offer independent advice. One would think that advice from these people who diligently and independently gather all there is to know on a given subject, and then without…
“I am your Prime Minister. I am the elected leader of the Australian people. It has been said, and said many times over, that we do indeed, now, because of COVID-19, live in unprecedented times. The political divide that has riven our country for the last decade must end now. No more is there room,…
As draconian lock-downs, punitive regimes and surveillance become the norm of the coronavirus world, Sweden has treaded more softly in the field. This is certainly in contrast to its Scandinavian cousins, Denmark and Norway. The rudiments of a life uninterrupted generally remain in place. Cafes, restaurants and shops, for the most part, remain open and…
By 2353NM Apart from the creation of a futures market in toilet paper, pasta and rice, the Coronavirus may also have a few positive political effects here and overseas. Firstly, the messaging from the government regarding protection of you and those around you seems to be based on the recommendations from the medical community. Yes,…
There has been a hurried spate of cancellations and suspensions of elections across the globe because of the risk posed by COVID-19. The trend is unsurprising. In the age of post-democratic process, suspending the procedure should only induce a cough of recognition. But it is troubling for those who take the ceremonial aspect of these…
When this corrupt conservative rein of appalling governance ends, as it must, and the COVID-19 virus has been erased – in the aftermath we will come to the realisation that everything must change. Not just Australia, but the world. In particular, the way in which we conduct our politics. Conservatives will be hard-pressed to explain…
As a long-time agnostic, I remain unconvinced that there is an omniscient, omnipresent being, responsible for creating the world and over-sighting all that takes place there. That said – if indeed there is such a being, it certainly moves in mysterious ways! Before I continue, I will state some basic attitudes and concerns that steer…