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09
Jan
2022

Opinion: Denial of black sovereignty a stain on our democratic soul

By Mark Kenny A version of this article was originally published by The Canberra Times. Last week saw the fi rst anniversary of the deadly insurrection at the US Capitol, when Trumpist…

04
Jan
2022

Opinion: Morrison’s political judgement goes missing on rapid antigen test debacle

By Mark Kenny A version of this article was originally published by The Conversation. January 3 2022 was a day like most others in the roughly two years of the COVID-19 pandemic preceding it…

02
Jan
2022

Opinion: Election 2022: a chance for something better?

By Mark Kenny A version of this article was originally published by The Canberra Times. What good are news media if they always endorse power, gloss over pork-barrelling, and hasten democratic…

19
Dec
2021

Opinion: Voters tire of Liberal sheep in wolves' clothing

By Mark Kenny A version of this article was originally published by The Canberra Times. Why haven't moderate Liberals like Simon Birmingham and Marise Payne stood up? Spare a thought for the…

16
Dec
2021

AuSI Holiday Reading List

We hope that over the coming weeks you have some time to unwind and relax. To assist with this, we've put together a list of our team picks for reading over the holiday period - featuring (mostly)…

16
Dec
2021

Opinion: Frydenberg goes for growth and hopes for the best

By Mark Kenny A version of this article was originally published by The Canberra Times. Josh Frydenberg goes for growth and hopes for the best in his MYEFO statement. Right as Josh Frydenberg…

12
Dec
2021

Opinion: Rights debate all wrong when COVID gets real

By Mark Kenny A version of this article was originally published by The Canberra Times. COVID is here, in our house. Literally. It slipped in unseen last week, and its presence feels strangely…