No longer the beacon of democracy, today we see a nation tearing itself apart
The Trump-Biden debate tells us more than a little about ourselves.
Letters
Biological men should not play in women’s sports
It is not ‘transphobic’ to question whether transgender women (born men) ought to be able to play in women’s sports.
Rude, shallow debate augurs badly for the free world
I wonder what the sober leaders of the less-than-free world are thinking?
Last Post: Biden, Trump and the not so great debate
From white supremacists to bullying to the end of democracy as we know it.
The Victorian character is obedient and relishes rules and guidelines
This gives Daniel Andrews a better chance than you would expect at the next election.
The inhumane and inconsistent world of COVID
The impact on people’s lives is harsh and lasting.
Nuclear the perfect backup power for renewables
We need a baseload power source and nuclear is non-polluting and safe.
Last Post: Bats, cardinals and letter writers named Peter
If the industrial manslaughter law were rescinded would everyone’s memory come back?
Last Post: A reporter, masks in the bush and a very modern crossword
There appears to be a disconnect between Victorian government directives and health advice.
We are going to have to live with this virus; give us back our freedom
The cost of letting the virus get away for a third time is not acceptable.
Public servants alone cannot wear the blame
Their government masters must share the responsibility.
Andrews, sausage sizzles and US democracy
Little love for Daniel Andrews over COVID crisis, a lament for the Bunnings sausage sizzle and the state of democracy in the US.
Andrews’ should take responsibility
Daniel Andrews has to stand up and accept the blame for the disastrous handling of the hotel quarantine fiasco in Victoria
Barrett merits a fair hearing
Amy Coney Barrett — Trump’s pick for the Supreme Court to replace Ginsburg — is a brilliant jurist and strong choice
Not credible Andrews knew nothing of quarantine decision
But if he genuinely didn’t know, he should have.
As restrictions ease, keep up the masks and social distancing, people
We need to stay the course if we’re going to defeat this silent enemy.
Last Post: Sir Humphrey, the Premier and Trump’s new justice
There’s enough new material in Victoria to reassemble the cast and crew of Yes Minister for another season.
Votes from the resources states not guaranteed for PM without coal
Fossil fuels, particularly coal, are vital for keeping the wheels of industry turning, jobs secure and our way of life intact.
Last Post: It seems the buck does not stop anywhere in Victoria
If Victoria’s ministers are not involved in decision-making or overseeing programs, why are they being paid at all?
Ministers, bureaucrats undeserving of senior posts
If they didn’t know, and with ample time to prepare, why didn’t any of these bureaucrats and ministers find out who made the quarantine security decision?
Original URL: https://www.theaustralian.com.au/commentary/letters/page/198