When Pol Pot Read a Book on Marx
Pol Pot was a well-meaning monster, an idealistic revolutionary who studied in Paris and believed he could purify Cambodia. He wanted to build a better world for the poor – even if millions had to die.
History
One Wrong Decision and We Are Dust
Some states have been able to amass enormous destructive force that, if tripped, deliberately or otherwise, could bring all life on earth to an end.
Why Do We Politicise Science?
Notice how language drifts. No one ever talks about ‘The Politics’. But we do talk about ‘The Science’.
America’s First Slaves Were White
The history that’s been wiped from the accepted narrative.
The Left Will Never Admit Their Sins
From Cambodia to ‘Palestine’, the left always cheer on mass-murderers.
Strange Things We Used to Be Scared About
Four formerly widespread fears, many of which were dispelled through innovation.
A Law Change Will Expand Who We Remember on Anzac Day
The New Zealand Wars should be included too.
When Tomatoes Became Veges
President Donald Trump has been using an old tool ignored by recent presidents to target trade abusers like China that impose significant barriers to American products and services – tariffs. We all want free and fair trade, but trade is not free and fair when it is only free and fair on one side.
It’s the Return of the Inquisition…
You’d think the president of the United States, i.e., the guy who was elected by voters, would have the authority to make those decisions. But apparently, it’s up to some activist judge.
The Occupation of This Historic Land Begins
The occupation began on Monday, following a protest march through the streets, and is set to continue for ‘as long as it takes’.
Make Your Local Elections Meaningful
Mayors and councillors are required to deliver quality services. But, money wasted on surplus personnel is money not available for additional roads or footpaths, park maintenance, or new books for the library.
Real ID Is Not About Keeping You Safe
If we allow that day to come, we’ll yearn for the days when our big problems consisted of long airport lines.
