The Other Side of the Story
The more the state does, the more the state is expected to do.
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The Resort for Those Without Reason
The assassination of Charlie Kirk is yet another sad illustration that too many prefer violence to rational debate.
They Are Losing Our Trust
The coalition has a lot on its hands, but it is in danger of throwing away the next election because it is losing the respect and trust of voters. ACT and New Zealand First are raising legitimate concerns about the coalition’s direction. National needs to listen and learn, before it’s too late.
The Spirit of Work
Hard work is a virtue. There is no line between work and life: they are the same. We used to know that.
Imputed Rent Is a Misguided Policy
When supply meets demand, things become more affordable, and we should focus on eliminating and changing policies that limit the supply of housing rather than instituting misguided policies driven by jealousy.
Secret Service Missed Glock in Bag at Trump Golf Course
The latest security breach at a Trump golf course took place nearly a year after Routh’s attempt on the president’s life at the president’s West Palm Beach golf club.
Alcohol a Concern (But Not Abortion)
When it comes to FASD, the government is clearly signalling that the unborn child is human and has value. Yet simultaneously, Minister Dooecy voted for Labour’s extreme abortion legislation in 2020.
Two States
The just position for our government to take is to encourage a democratic Israel to continue its attempt to get rid of Hamas.
It’s Not Unusual, They Say
Any attempt to tell us this is usual is a smokescreen to hide the reality.
TPM: Damage Control by the Media
The predicted groundswell after hīkoi didn’t materialise.
UK’s Labour Has a Problem
Starmer is presumably hoping that by the time of the next election, left-wing campaigners will have forgotten about the war. But I wouldn’t bet on it.
Police Tribunal Delays Ruling on Cop
Expert statements submitted in her defence, including those from physicians, argued that safety data for pregnant women and infants was lacking and that her inquiries were scientifically reasonable.
What Has the Australian Government Been Smoking?
Prohibition doesn’t work, nor does the quasi-prohibition approach of high taxes and endless red tape. The black market is now the market.
Advocate Can’t Say Men Are Men
In Australia, they can now add legal bullying to this list.