Can we blame our media's failings on the fuzzy romantic notion of the Anglosphere?
Category: Australia
Be careful what you wish for on free speech
People often seem to have the idea that restrictions on free speech will work in the interests of minorities and the oppressed. It usually doesn't work out that way.
Neoliberalism and socialism – compare and contrast
If only the debate about (neo)liberalism was as intellectually engaged as the debate about socialism.
Does monarchy help?
Monarchy is topical this week. Some suggest that it can be a positive force to guard against despotism, but I remain sceptical.
Election preview: South Australia
South Australians go to the polls, with little reason to think that the electoral system will reflect their wishes.
Election preview: Tasmania
A Liberal government with a reduced majority looks the most likely outcome from Saturday's state election.
An update on Green support
It's time to have another look at what's been happening to the Green vote. Unfortunately, it depends a bit on what you're trying to measure.
What is a country?
Appeasement of China on the travel front opens some interesting questions about what should count as a country.
2017 in review
A review of the big elections of the last year and the current state of the "populist" threat.
One last word about Queensland
Let's have a final look at how One Nation influenced the Queensland election. It's not at all what certain pundits would have you believe.
The World is Not Enough 