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The Mocker

The Mocker

The Mocker amuses himself by calling out poseurs, sneering social commentators, and po-faced officials. He is deeply suspicious of those who seek increased regulation of speech and behaviour. Believing that journalism is dominated by idealists and activists, he likes to provide a realist’s perspective of politics and current affairs.

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(FILES) Former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally at Mullet Arena in Tempe, Arizona on October 24, 2024. Donald Trump won the state of Arizona in this week's US presidential election, US TV networks projected on November 9, 2024, completing the Republican's sweep of all seven swing states. (Photo by Rebecca NOBLE / AFP)

I can’t accept this election result

Voters had an opportunity to elect the first woman of colour. Instead they chose to return an old white male to the position. I refuse to recognise that ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr defeated former Liberal leader Elizabeth Lee last month.

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