RK Crosby says right wing populist simple slogans and cheap lines are cognitively easy to process, deliver a nice dopamine hit, and make scared people feel safe. And we have to fight it.
Regulars
Posted inOpinion, Political, Regulars
Denise’s Desk: Why backing One Nation is an experiment Australia can’t afford
Watching the rise of Pauline Hanson and the renewed chatter about One Nation as a plausible alternative government, it is worth applying a simple test of reality.
Posted inOpinion, Political, Regulars, Social
Begin Rant: Ableism is the ism we refuse to see
RK Crosby says the ableism hides in plain sight, including in the NDIS.
Posted inPolitical, Regional, Regulars
Roy’s Roundup: Lake Cargelligo tragedy, firearms laws & saving greyhound tracks
Roy Butler discusses the tragedy in Lake Cargelligo, efforts to wind back firearms legislation, and support for Warren flood victims. He also highlights “The Big Shout” charity, the inquiry into regional service delivery, and the fight to save greyhound tracks in Broken Hill.
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Denise’s Desk: A Little Backpack, A Big World
Denise McHugh reflects on her granddaughter starting kindergarten, highlighting the importance of early education and thanking the teachers and staff who shape the future.
Posted inPolitical, Regulars
Marking the National Day of Mourning
Member for Parkes Jamie Chaffey remembers those lost of December 14, and explains why he joined his colleagues in resigning from the front bench yesterday.
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Roy’s Roundup: Firearms laws, early learning, seniors and civics
Roy discusses the fallout of new anti-terrorism laws, explains the new 3-day childcare subsidy, and provides a civics lesson on how laws are made in NSW.
Posted inPolitical, Regulars
Denise’s Desk: Is This Really What New England Voted For?
Denise questions whether One Nation and Barnaby Joyce truly represent New England, criticizing their voting records on worker rights and their divisive use of recent tragedies for political gain.
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Denise’s Desk: When Certainty Fades, Possibility Begins
Denise writes that the recent New England Times Engage Poll shows a profound movement and a lot of possibility.
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Macca’s weeds: Getting inoculation right for bumper yields
Macca discusses the critical importance of Rhizobia bacteria and correct inoculation techniques for maximizing nitrogen uptake and yields in legume crops like Mungbeans.