By Tony Abbott - Australian Polity - Volume 3 (Number 2)
The former Prime Minsiter, John Howard was onto something when he said that he wanted Australians to feel more “relaxed and comfortable” about our country.
By Kevin Andrews - Australian Polity - Volume 3 (Number 2)
The Leader of the Opposition, Tony Abbott, has outlined the direction that a Liberal National Party government would take in a number of important areas in a series of speeches over the past few months.
By Mitch Fifield - Australian Polity - Volume 3 (Number 2)
Australia has reached what could be a “sliding doors” moment in the form of a National Disability Insurance Scheme.
By John Lloyd - Australian Polity - Volume 3 (Number 2)
Workplace relations is clearly another policy failure of the Rudd/Gillard Government. The economic damage caused by this failure is becoming more apparent as each week passes.
By Eric Abetz - Australian Polity - Volume 3 (Number 2)
Tony Abbott, the Leader of the Opposition, has often said that the first duty of government is to do no harm. Recently he also spoke of government doing fewer things but better.
By Kevin Andrews - Australian Polity - Volume 3 (Number 2)
Ideas are important. They shape the public culture. They inform political discussions. They shape the role of government. They define the relationships between individuals, families, and the institutions of civil society. They underpin policies and programs. In short, they inform us about how we should live together.
By Kevin Andrews - Australian Polity - Volume 3 (Number 2)
No one should have been surprised when the Australian Treasurer, Wayne Swan, launched an attack on three of the nation’s most successful miners.
By Kevin Andrews - Australian Polity - Volume 3 (Number 2)
There are two types of people who reach leadership positions. One type is driven by the hope or desire to succeed; the other by the fear of failure.
By Kevin Andrews - Australian Polity - Volume 3 (Number 2)
Every government has its own tone and character. It is a product of the party in government, its values, philosophy, and directions.
By Kevin Andrews - Australian Polity - Volume 3 (Number 1)
Let me indicate at the outset that henceforth all representatives are expected to be present and chant the opening prayer with me each session.
