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The Evidence Is Mounting Against Morrison

by SpeakTruth

7 February 2022 2 yrs

Do Australians trust their leaders? Do they expect trustworthiness in their politicians? The evidence is mounting against Morrison in this regard, with lying allegations stacking up unlike the shelves in our supermarkets. Scott Morrison pretends sincerity when it suits his political objectives. Scotty from marketing […]

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by SpeakTruth

5 April 2024 2 weeks

Conservative Media Always Being Negative About Renewables

Have you ever read a positive article about renewable energy published in the Murdoch newspapers or on their networks, like Sky News Australia or Fox News? No? Why is that I wonder? Why do they consistently belittle and denigrate all efforts to transition to this cost effective and potentially planet saving technology? How is the conservative media always being negative about renewables helping the nation and the world? Where is the balance in their reporting and editorial policy on energy matters? Unless you are a complete idiot you have to see that something is going on here. Something underhanded and definitely not in the interest of the country and its people. Greedy men more interested in their wealth than the nation being smart for the benefit of the many.

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President Trump Postlaunch Remarks (NHQ202005300037)

by SpeakTruth

28 March 2024 3 weeks

Trump The Bible Salesman: The End Must Be Nie

Donald Trump is selling $60 bibles to the American public. If you wanted to witness the lowest point of this saga and American popular culture this is pretty close. This guy has no shame because he has a complete absence of integrity in the first place. Trump would sell his own mother if there was a buck in it. He cheats at golf, constantly, which defeats the whole purpose of playing the game. Trump the bible salesman: The end must be nie. The United States of America has become an international laughing stock.

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men standing over an open hatch of a submarine

by SpeakTruth

9 March 2024 1 mth

Hugh White Hoists Up AUKUS White Flag

Australia has a lousy record when it comes to submarines. It seems submarines bring out the worst in our defence force and our national security aspirations. Hugh White hoists up AUKUS white flag in recent essay. Emeritus Professor of Strategic Studies at ANU, Hugh White knows a thing or two about this topic and Australian national security capabilities. Younger Aussies may not remember our ongoing challenges with the Collins class submarines. They may not be au fait with our dalliance with the French in regard to supplying us with submarines pre-AUKUS. The Japanese were in the running there for a while too. Basically, submarines and Australia have a perpetually sinking relationship, it seems.

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3 Apr

The meltdown over Sam Mostyn's appointment by the same people silent on the current GG's involvement with Morrison's 5 Ministries is delicious.

And, don't forget the controversial $18M grant Morrison gave to the GG's 'foundation'.

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Paul Barry @therealpbarry ·

2 Apr

If half of this is true—and it’s yet to be tested in court—#7spotlight is an absolute disgrace.

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3 Apr

Interesting to note that Morrison’s Captain’s pick for GG, fellow Evangelical, Hurley, appointed Morrison to 5 secret Ministerial portfolios and his favourite foundation received $18 million worth of funding from the Morrison gov, despite it having no official staff at the time

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The Cathy Wilcox @cathywilcox1 ·

3 Apr

Having a break this week but anyway…

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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.

Ask more, laugh often, interrupt less: How to have better conversations at work and at home 17 April 2024
Author Charles Duhigg and broadcaster Beverley Wang have made a profession out of having good conversations. They share how deeper listening, laughing more, and slowing down can help.
Anna Kelsey-Sugg and Sana Qadar
Former AFL player among six charged in Kimberley alcohol crackdown 17 April 2024
Six people including former Bulldog Zephaniah Skinner and prominent local traditional owner Rosita Shaw face court in Fitzroy Crossing charged with breaching alcohol carriage restrictions.
Gareth McKnight
'At least I had the chance to say goodbye': Nadal farewells his Barcelona fans after straight sets loss to De Minaur 17 April 2024
Alex de Minaur defeats Rafael Nadal in straight sets in what was the Spanish legend's farewell to the Barcelona Open.
The young siblings keeping Eidsvold Cattle Drive traditions alive 17 April 2024
Resilience is a hallmark of the spirit of the drover and these kids from the bush have it in spades. Their week-long journey tailed 450 head of cattle, crisscrossing a spectacular emerald countryside given new life from recent rain.
Johanna Marie and Ross Kay
Does more police lead to less crime? Experts say there's more to it 17 April 2024
The Northern Territory government is investing hundreds of millions of dollars into bolstering the police force to deal with crime, particularly in Alice Springs. But will more police officers lead to less crime?
Olivana Lathouris
Queensland's go card to be scrapped, replaced with new public transport fare pass 17 April 2024
The cards used by public transport commuters in South East Queensland for well over a decade will be phased out and replaced with a new fare card system — but Translink is yet to determine when.
Jack McKay
A restaurant visit can be 'stressful' for people with disabilities — but app Pavely is helping pave the way for change 17 April 2024
For many people living with disability, catching up with friends for a coffee or a night out often involves a level of extra planning – but an app is making crucial information about whether a venue or activity is accessible much more readily available.
We're in a music biopic boom. But is that a good thing? 17 April 2024
Cinema's depictions of musicians are increasingly sanitised. But box office successes Bohemian Rhapsody and Bob Marley suggest that's what we want.
Al Newstead
How Callum Wilkie went from being overlooked by every AFL team to one of the best defenders in the league 17 April 2024
Callum Wilkie can't deny he was disappointed when not a single AFL team took him in what would have been his rookie draft, but since being picked up as a mature-age defender, he has grown into an anchor for St Kilda's backline.
Cody Atkinson and Sean Lawson
Parents slammed a proposed four-day school contact week. Now they're seeing the benefits 17 April 2024
A private high school that came under fire for adopting a four-day school week says the feedback to its new timetable, which allows senior students to learn from home on Mondays, has been mostly positive.
Tim Fernandez
Unlikely friendship between cockatoo and lorikeet 'bamboozles' wildlife sanctuary visitors 17 April 2024
A red-tailed black cockatoo and a musk lorikeet have become inseparable, with the smaller bird often found under the wing of the cockatoo at Tasmania's Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary.
Meg Whitfield
'Byzantine maze' of the NDIS has left clients like Becki Greene in tears 'many, many times' 17 April 2024
NDIS users facing unpaid bills and deteriorating mental health due to months-long funding delays call for more compassion and less complexity in the system.
Laura Mayers and Daniel Miles
Australians have gone to jail for generating AI child abuse material. It's a real worry to police 17 April 2024
Artificial intelligence is being used to generate child abuse material, and police are increasingly worried about its spread. But AI may also be able to help investigators.
Jessica Moran
The death of a Melbourne woman has put mushrooms and wellness products in the spotlight. Are they safe? 17 April 2024
The death of a Melbourne woman after consuming a mushroom drink has prompted fresh warnings against the use of mushrooms as medicines without proper expertise and cautions against mushroom foraging.
Kate Ashton
Shortage of health professionals sees another Queensland maternity ward announce its closure 17 April 2024
Another private hospital is poised to shut down maternity services in Queensland, as new data shows a significant shift away from private births.
Janelle Miles
Queensland researchers build device that creates electricity by consuming CO2 17 April 2024
It's hoped the nano-generator will eventually become a new method of industrial carbon capture with the potential to significantly reduce global carbon dioxide emissions.
Matt Eaton
Here's what's been happening in our region in 20 pictures 17 April 2024
Death defying stunts to celebrate Eid, Sumo throwing each other about by their loincloths, Thailand's famous and fun water festival — here's a snapshot at the happenings across our region.
Toby Mann
James died in a unicycle accident and now his mother is calling for tougher e-vehicle laws 17 April 2024
James Barella had no ID on him when he died in a unicycle accident. His mother is calling on the government to regulate e-vehicle ownership and make safety restrictions.
Andi Yu
DV services getting more calls from women after Saturday's Bondi Junction attack 17 April 2024
The violence that unfolded in Westfield Bondi Junction has left women around Australia shaken and disturbed, leading to a spike in demand for some domestic violence services.
Keira Proust
Both Sydney stabbing attacks were violent and caused fear. Only one was deemed a terror incident 17 April 2024
Two horrific attacks in Sydney have sparked debate over what defines an ideologically motivated attack, and whether deliberately targeting women should count as an act of terror.
David Speers