These Arguments Against Drilling Are All Wrong
The argument against domestic oil and gas production is not primarily technical or economic, but political. It deserves to be argued on those terms with honesty about the trade-offs involved.
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US Senators in Taiwan Urge Lawmakers To Pass Defense Budget
A big buy of American munitions is stalled in the Taiwanese legislature.
This Is Government Induced Helplessness
It is tyranny when China does it, but civilised when we do it.
When the Rules Fail
International law does not create states: it presupposes their existence. If powerful states conclude that the rules offer them no viable path to protect themselves, they will eventually abandon them.
We’d Be Better Run by a Drunken Sailor
At least he’d only piss his own money against the wall.
Another Timeline for Hipkins, Ardern and Bloomfield
If the government did not turn over every stone, it is an absolutely appalling episode in the history of our nation.
This Is Still Woodrow Wilson’s World – You Are Living in It
If everyone thinks the same, peace will be achieved. Since the 1890s, the world has been slowly transformed into Washington’s own image in its pursuit of world peace.
This Is a Wake-up Call
Energy security is not optional. It’s the foundation of economic strength, social stability, and national resilience. If we are to protect our industries, our households, and our sovereignty, future governments must put fuel and energy security first.
Luxon the Albatross: National Sinks While Coalition Clings to Life
National caucus members who want to keep their jobs should act soon. The longer Luxon stays, the deeper the hole becomes.
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Face of the day
The council post said Sir Barry Curtis was a dedicated public servant who devoted nearly 40 years of his life to serving the people of Manukau and Auckland.