Fashionable Foolishness
Full credit to the minister for his pragmatism in ignoring the pressure to fall into line with this totally unnecessary change.
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How the US Burned Millions
Fed to the tune of $61 million a year, the Global Engagement Center was a failed attempt at narrative control.
Congress’ Shield Against Trump’s Hammer of Justice
Section 605 cannot stand. It must be challenged, overturned, and consigned to the legislative ash heap.
Exciting Space Missions In 2025
From new commercial Moon landers to asteroid investigations.
No Memory Holes for the Good or the Bad
Some reflections as we near the end of another year of 1984 dystopia.
How to Hide the Stats
Sr Rennick has exposed the bias of the TGA. Has Medsafe done the same thing?
The Evolution and Decline of ACC
Strong leadership, a return to visionary ideas and principles, and a commitment to effective prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation are essential to restoring ACC’s legacy and ensuring its future success.
Some Laws Relating to Speech Are Surprisingly Uplifting
I should quote some more little gems before you object to this analysis. The logic is fairly similar all the way through.
Christmas and the Great Kiwi Summer Holiday
To give pleasure to a single heart by a single act is better than a thousand heads bowing in prayer. – Mahatma Gandhi
Funding for Euthanasia, but Not Palliative Care
The head of New Zealand’s pro-euthanasia advocacy group indicated that euthanasia is a useful cost-cutting measure for a stretched health system.
We Need to Act
NZDSOS has sent an urgent letter to the prime minister, NZ leaders and health officials.
Judith Collins’ Naivety
Lawyers and doctors going off the rails in one way or another is so commonplace I’m surprised the media bother reporting it.
We Need to Fight Fire With Fire
We need to turn out in numbers and we need to drown out their attempts to speak hate and spread misinformation.
A Message for the Merchants
These merchants give the community life and meaning, bringing us together, helping us meet new people, and meeting all our needs. You give us gifts year-round.
