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Jem Bendell speaks at an Extinction Rebellion event in London in 2019.

Doomist or realist? Meet the scientist who says the climate collapse has already begun

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Weep for Palestinians but not Iran backed Hamas

Readers are appalled by the Israeli airstrike that killed seven aid workers, but warn that it’s a mistake to view Hamas’ operatives as ‘freedom fighters’.

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Massacre in plain sight calls for sanctions

Readers react to the Israeli airstrike that killed seven aid workers, including one Australian, and criticise the Australian government for its response, which they argue is not strong enough.

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Les Twentyman gave hope to those who felt hopeless

Readers celebrate the life of the western suburbs social worker who helped change lives through his advocacy and indefatigable hands-on help.

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Where does Liberal contender for Kooyong stand on voters’ concerns?

Readers discuss Liberal Party “royalty” and fresh candidate for Kooyong, Amelia Hamer’s ability to claw back the affluent Melbourne seat.

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Rent hikes and land squeeze puts pressure on city hubs

Readers react to plans for ten Melbourne urban centres earmarked for “housing density swell”.

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ALP’s roiling policies alienate its supporters

Readers are shocked by the ALP’s backdown on issues close to many ALP voters’ concerns - the treatment of detainees, its approval of new coal mines and gas fields, and its watering down on proposed emissions.

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Crown casino: A litany of wrongdoings, but the gambling rolls on

Readers write that most people or small businesses would be charged and jailed for some of the misdeeds Crown Casino has racked up and ask why it has got off so lightly.

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Many voices on power sources, present and future

Nuclear, gas, hydrogen, or burning wood for heating: readers discuss these power sources in a warming world.

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