This Is Their Single Biggest Obstacle
Raising taxes will be a hard-sell for Chris Hipkins if all the additional revenue is pledged to funding pay equity.
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The Science Is Not Settled
If scientists condemn without evidence others’ work, they are likely breaching their fundamental responsibility never to treat science as settled and closed to debate. Climate science has become the standout example of this in our generation.
NZ Should Not Recognise a Palestine State
Our government could and should stand with Israel, not parrot the antisemitic garbage of Hamas’s cheerleaders. Real empathy for the October 7 victims demands we see through the fog of lies and bullshit.
Clark’s Rafah Photo-Op Isn’t the Truth
Helen Clark’s comments from Rafah may fit a pre-set narrative, but they do not fit the facts. Gaza’s civilians deserve truth, not political theatre.
Just Imagine Being So Assured
What is the best way describe those who believe their views are beyond doubt or question? I have a two word answer.
Is Banning Halal a Good Idea, Really?
The bigger problem I foresee is that such a law could easily be co-opted to support the endless campaigns against shooting game in the UK.
This Is the Biggest Threat to Democrats
If Mamdani succeeds in rotting the Big Apple, Democrats could see 2026 and 2028 potentially going from a best-case scenario to a worst-case scenario.
Encryption: A Matter of Privacy and a Free Society
Digital backdoors must be recognised as a threat to your privacy, security and, most importantly, freedom.
The Green’s Dangerous Optics on Israel
The Greens often claim to champion inclusivity and oppose hate, yet their actions tell a different story.
It’s Worse Than I Thought
We cannot in good conscience let this situation continue. I for one refuse to let it happen in my own backyard. I think it’s about time more of us started speaking up.
Is There an End Game?
Israel, Gaza, and the US: It seems like a stalemate with no end in sight. So far, Netanyahu has the only real plan for ending the conflict in Gaza with a hope of a lasting peace.
Of Course Governments Lie
Manipulating the unemployment and inflation rates allows the government to gaslight the people into believing that the economy is strong.
It Is All by Design
How does such validation of Hamas’ despicable means do anything but add incentive for repetition for more terror? That answer reverses the solemn pronouncement of “never again” into ‘ever again.’ And, tragically, ‘again and again.’