Gun-shy Liberals ran scared of their own values
During the campaign there were flashes of a values debate but they didn’t happen often. The Liberals looked too frightened to confront their opponents head on with their principles.
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Bystander diplomacy simply won’t cut it in Trump’s new tariff world
The first instinct of the international community is to think that in time America will return to its free-trading regime. But that would be a big mistake.
Windmills and solar panels won’t help defend Australia
Instead of properly funding our defence force, our governments have been wasting money on windmills and solar panels that will not make one jot of difference.
Political limbo is no answer to our decline
It is possible that the Labor Party or the Coalition will win an absolute majority. Still, what could we expect from a hung parliament?
Europe’s leaders are still in denial over Ukraine
Donald Trump not only has to deter an aggressive China but also needs to ensure Israel’s existence is not jeopardised by Iran. Rich Europe can deal with Russia with American back-up.
Trump right to call out Europe, shift US focus to our region
Just because Donald Trump’s language drives the European status quo mad doesn’t mean the end of the Western alliance. It’s about reassessing priorities and reallocating burden-sharing.
Why Trump is on the right track with Gaza plan
Remember the old saying of Abba Eban: ‘The Palestinians never miss an opportunity to miss an opportunity’. Trump offers them one and the negotiations should begin.
Gloomsters, listen up – the people are speaking out
Australians are proud of their country, proud of how it has evolved into one of the world’s most prosperous, fair and free societies. That’s something mighty to celebrate.
No value to nation in deconstructing Australia Day
The hard Left who have campaigned for Indigenous rights over recent decades have often embraced the deconstructionist political philosophy. It has achieved nothing.
Why Australia’s soft power reputation is bust
The sad fact is Australia has abandoned economic reform and replaced it with a European-style social democratic model.
Original URL: https://www.theaustralian.com.au/author/alexander-downer