Populism, Trump and the perils of ‘Dutertopia’
By Adolfo AranjuezWhat’s worse: a president who can’t relate to the majority, or a president who can but chooses to disregard judicial processes to do their job?
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Young Australians agitating for change
By Rob GilchristGeneration Less by Jennifer Rayner sets out to dispel the myths that underpin under-35s, their habits and their whinging.
Brexit’s lessons for Australia
By Sayomi AriyawansaThe Brexit vote is a reminder that resurgent nationalism shouldn’t be dismissed as irrationality and simple racism alone.
One nation of fear
By Omar SakrWe must stop allowing fear to be the bedrock of modern governance.
Choosing between Labor and the Greens
By Stephanie GriffinHow to Vote Progressive in Australia is a useful tool for any progressive voter struggling to navigate the quagmire of left-wing politics.
200,000 New Zealanders live in Australia without a helping hand
By Paul HamerAt least 200,000 New Zealanders live in Australia without a social security safety net or direct pathway to citizenship.
Myanmar election: what about the Rohingya?
By Roselina PressMyanmar’s landmark general election is a hopeful development but not for the Rohingya who remain stateless and disenfranchised, writes Roselina Press.
A Not-so-bright Future for Burma
By Monique HurleyMonique Hurley examines whether recent reforms in Burma are worthy of international praise and increased aid.
Conscience Vote: the human rights records of Indonesia’s presidential candidates
By Melissa ReidThese elections are one to watch – with a definite change in presidential leadership, the country of 240 million people is seeking unity through politicians the masses can trust, writes Melissa Reid.
10 Landmark Cases: How to Protect Rights Without a Bill of Rights
By Right NowLast month, Right Now focused on rights issues and cultural shifts. Here, Right Now’s editorial team present 10 landmark cases that arguably shifted how rights are protected in Australia.
Disability and Voting Rights
By Nathan Despott and Asher HirschNathan Despott and Asher Hirsch argue for a new approach to disability policy in Australia that advances the right to democratic participation for disabled Australians.
How representative is our parliament?
By Rose HunterWhile many Australians may think Australia is a healthy democracy, a closer examination of our parliamentary representation tells a different story. Rose Hunter asks how representative our Parliament really is.