Opinion: This very timid budget is about to spark the biggest fight of Chalmers's political life
By Mark KennyA version of this article was originally published by The Canberra Times.Even when pointless wars are forcing oil prices skyward, budgets remain an extension of politics by another…
Democracy Sausage Episode: By-election tea leaves
In the wake of a dominant political victory, what are the challenges for One Nation in navigating a path to opposition status in Australian politics? Does Angus Taylor…
Opinion: Politically speaking, Angus Taylor is a dead man walking
By Mark KennyA version of this article was originally published by The Canberra Times.Politically speaking, Angus Taylor is a dead man walking.The country-based leader's insistence on ending…
Opinion: When interest rates become too interesting
By Mark KennyA version of this article was originally published by The Canberra Times.Australia's hands-off method for setting monetary policy relies, solely, on the wisdom and independence of…
Democracy Sausage Episode: Democracy and the fiscal paradox
What responsibilities should the government have? Can hypocrisy be ignored if the government's narrative is perceived as authentic? Does the lack of access to education help to explain the…
Opinion: The major players are in big trouble over in little Farrer
By Mark KennyA version of this article was originally published by The Canberra Times.The Australian literary giant, David Malouf - who died just a fortnight ago at 92 - once described his task…
Democracy Sausage Episode: Litmus test for Sir Keir’s leadership
After a landslide election victory, why has Labour plummeted in the polls? Can Sir Keir’s leadership survive and who are the likely contenders? Will the conservative party…