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Downward Envy: What Kind Of Australian Indulges In That?

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Hands up who has heard of the term ‘downward envy’? Yes, this is the name for all those Aussies who think that everyone on welfare is a dole...

Bite & Smile PDF Version by Robert Sudha Hamilton

Bite & Smile: Delving into Dental Care for an Informed Choice PDF version by Robert Sudha Hamilton. A Midas Word Publication. 350 pages of oral care gold. Easy to read and full of fun facts.

Bite & Smile: Delving into Dental Care for an Informed Choice is written to provide information and relevant content related to dentistry. It is hoped that you will find within its pages useful stuff, so that you can decide on the right course of action. Sometimes, when you are suffering from tooth ache it is not the best time to make those calls you know nothing about. Your dentist might say to you in the chair, “well, what’s it to be extraction or root canal? “ At the time, you are in agony, on your way to a numb cheek and lips, and might be playing with limited resources. Therefore, your decision weighs a lot and do you really have all the necessary data at hand?

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America Matters PDF version

Get the America Matters: Pre-apocalyptic Posts & Essays in the Shadow of Trump PDF ebook. By Robert Sudha Hamilton.

If you read one book this year make it this one. Knowledge is power & time is running out folks. Every page is filled with insight and truthful accounts of what drives America now and in its past. Great reading for a world on the brink of massive changes – which way will the pendulum tip? Can the greatest nation on earth pull itself out of a tail spin? More than 250 pages of truth serum.

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Episode 12: The Politics of Grievance - Robert Sudha Hamilton's Podcast

America is the great democratic experiment. Although, this is getting on for some 250 years now. This nation is in the grip of the politics of grievance. Partisan politics in America is more about hating the other side than particularly loving the side you are voting for. Americans have been encouraged to focus their attention upon their grievances via decades of negative campaigning and attack ads. Demonizing ‘the other’ is the favoured political pastime in the 21C. Identity politics and social values are the main game these days. Economic issues are now seen through this ideological filter.Murdoch, Fox & Stirring Grievance In AmericaRupert Murdoch and his Fox News are merchants of toxic polarization. This network is spewing out lies and fake news 24/7. Every presentation is top heavy in anti-woke content and a right wing bias. Regular viewers are sucked into a spin cycle of libertarian anti-government GOP grievance stoking. Old white men upset at their changing worlds, where heaven forbid minorities are now getting a say. OMG the sky is going to fall in. In this partisan realm complaints about there being too many coloured faces on TV and LGBTQIA folk making too much noise are legion. Uppity women talking about sexual harassment and such like make their viewer’s blood boil – which is the whole idea for Fox. Getting their audience riled up keeps eyeballs on them and advertising rates going up for their revenue.Popularizing Poisonous Issues For Political GainThe politics of grievance is all about popularizing these causes for the benefit of candidates and the party. The party promoting these grievances doesn’t need positive policies. They just bang on about how the other side is to blame for the problem.

Fan hospitalised following Tour Down Under crash 19 January 2025
A female spectator is receiving treatment following a crash at the Tour Down Under on Saturday night.
Rare fish once extinct in Victoria is making a comeback 19 January 2025
The olive perchlet, a tiny translucent native fish last seen in the wild in Victoria about a century ago, is back from the brink of extinction.
Emile Pavlich
An infant has died, two other people seriously injured in Hobart fire 19 January 2025
Emergency services were called to the home on Hobart's eastern shore about 9am. Witnesses described seeing "flames everywhere" and neighbours rushing to help.
Reports of rent-gouging after LA fires draws warning from officials 19 January 2025
Some social media users have reported seeing rent increases of $2,000 after fires devastated the Los Angeles area. Here's what we know abou the rent-gouging.
Coroner probes police actions in lead-up to DV deaths of two Darwin women 19 January 2025
The NT coroner has examined the history of two Aboriginal women killed by their partners, finding "systemic failings" in police's response to dozens of violent incidents preceding their deaths.
Annabel Bowles
Tropical Cyclone Sean forms off north-west WA coast 19 January 2025
Heavy rain is predicted for the Pilbara as a cyclone forms off WA. Weather authorities are warning coastal communities from Port Hedland to Exmouth could be facing strong winds and heavy rain for the next few days.
Charlie Mills
Chiefs one win away from another Super Bowl as Kelce dominates Texans 19 January 2025
With Taylor Swift in the stands, Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes put the Chiefs one step closer to another Super Bowl appearance.
What to know about RSV and the free vaccine coming in February 19 January 2025
RSV is a highly infectious virus that is the most common cause of respiratory infections in children.
Thousands march in Washington ahead of Trump inauguration 19 January 2025
Thousands of people from around the United States rally in the nation's capital for women's reproductive rights and other causes they believe are under threat from the incoming Trump administration.
Driver swims into ocean to evade police following high-speed pursuit 19 January 2025
A South Australian man has been arrested after trying to evade police by swimming into the ocean following a high-speed pursuit through Adelaide's western suburbs.
Roundabouts just roads to nowhere as bridge plan in Perth's east stalls 19 January 2025
On the edge of an industrial zone in Perth's eastern suburbs lay two roundabouts which have sat as roads to nowhere for more than five years.
Grace Burmas and Nicolas Perpitch
Why 38-year-old Monfils's 'dream' isn't to win the Australian Open 19 January 2025
Gaël Monfils's legion of fans is daring to dream big, but the evergreen Frenchman is focused on other priorities than lifting the trophy at Melbourne Park.
Luke Pentony
Is WA's electric vehicle charging network fit for purpose? 19 January 2025
WA's emerging EV charging system saw the state named one of "52 Places To Go This Year", but enthusiasts say the network is far from up to scratch.
Bridget McArthur
Live: Coco Gauff drops first set of 2025 in fourth-round clash with Swiss veteran 18 January 2025
Aryna Sabalenka is the first player through to the quarterfinals before Coco Gauff, Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz try to join her on day eight of the Australian Open. Follow live.
The new Australian Open heat policy that takes out the 'subjectivity' 18 January 2025
The Australian Open introduced a new heat policy in 2019 after years of negative headlines. Here's how it works.
Madi Chwasta
Crack down on rough sleepers leaves woman 'nowhere else to go' 18 January 2025
A regional Queensland council has "moved on" a group of people living in tents and vans at a popular waterfront location as a man is charged for assaulting a ranger.
Lucy Loram and James Taylor
Skiers 'thrown off' chairlift during accident at Spanish resort 18 January 2025
A chairlift collapses at a winter resort in the Pyrenees mountains in the north of Spain, injuring dozens and leaving skiers stranded.
South Korean court extends president's detention, angering supporters 18 January 2025
A South Korean court on Sunday extended President Yoon Suk Yeol's detention for up to 20 days, saying there was concern he could destroy evidence in a criminal probe into his short-lived declaration of martial law in early December.
Aussie 15-year-old stars at U19 T20 World Cup with stunning bowling figures 18 January 2025
Having already made her mark in the Big Bash, Caoimhe Bray stars for Australia on the world stage.
Rodeo legend notches up 70 years among the toughest broncs and bulls 18 January 2025
Long before motorbikes were used for mustering, Ron Woodall had been breaking in horses on stations. He has spent his life in the world of bucking bulls and broncs, becoming a legend in the rodeo community.
Liz Rymill