Even Libs in a mess doing better than Labor
It is perverse that so much can be going wrong for the government yet it is the opposition that has the most to lose from this sitting fortnight.
Christian Porter
In her words: Kate’s dossier of tragedy
Chilling and never-before-published details from Christian Porter’s accuser revealed for the first time so readers can judge for themselves.
New inquiry call into Porter claims
A former boyfriend of Christian Porter’s rape accuser says he has ‘clear recollections of relevant discussions’ with the alleged victim.
Greens MP, top cop clash over Porter probe
NSW Police chief Mick Fuller had a running battle with the MP during a heated budget estimates hearing.
Harry bows down to his drama queen
The Duchess well and truly has custody of the Duke’s two most-prized possessions, and we’re not talking about the kids.
To save himself, PM must sacrifice his ministers
Anyone who thinks Linda Reynolds and Christian Porter can return to their jobs after leave is deluded.
Malicious pile-on against Porter has political agenda
The purpose does not seem to be concern for the alleged victim, but a desire to ruin the Attorney-General’s career and damage the government.
More clashes with Porter-ble portfolio?
Scott Morrison has every confidence in Michaelia Cash as she fills in as A-G. But history tells us to expect some fancy footwork.
Woke v the law: Three critical questions on Porter
When members of the legal fraternity become part of the mob, you know democracy is in trouble.
Case for justice in our legal system
Don’t write-off our justice process because of failures over the Christian Porter and Brittany Higgins rape allegations
Ministers out of action: IR, defence stall
Linda Reynolds’ extended sick leave risks further stalling key decisions, forcing Foreign Minister Marise Payne to take charge.
Surreal quality to body memories
The woman who accused Christian Porter of rape suggested they may have resurfaced while she was undergoing psychotherapy.
Why women are shunning conservatives
Women are trending left in their politics and ideology, just as men are trending right.
When power, politics and principle collide
The pile-on over Christian Porter will prove to be the defining test of Scott Morrison.
A chilling and disgraceful denial of basic rights
The way the allegations against Attorney-General Christian Porter crescendoed this week was utterly extraordinary.
‘Get Porter’ a media disgrace
Her bosses at the ABC should have had closer oversight of Louise Milligan’s story, given her close personal involvement in it.
Grotesque political saga ignores principles of justice
The rape claim against Christian Porter is being hijacked as a potent political weapon.
All balance lost in the crucible of a witch trial
The push for Christian Porter’s political execution resembles a modern-day remake of Arthur Miller’s The Crucible.
Political stunt takes focus off the most vulnerable
Rape is one of the ghastliest crimes, yet it’s being used as a transparently political ploy to distract and destabilise the government.
Unreconcilable teenage memories
The woman who accused Christian Porter of raping her in 1988 spent the next day with him and believed they had a long-term future despite the alleged attack.
Rape stalemate threat to PM’s agenda
The IR bill faces delays as key crossbenchers call for a vote to be shelved, and back an inquiry into Christian Porter rape claims.
ACTU calls for Porter investigation
Sally McManus wants an independent probe into allegations against Christian Porter, and says he should step down during it.
Coroner won’t look at rape claim
An inquest into the death of the woman who accused Christian Porter of rape would be unlikely to examine the veracity of her allegations.
Complainant’s parents want death probed
The family of the woman who alleged she was raped by Attorney-General Christian Porter support an inquiry into circumstances that led to her death.
Porter must not face trial by media
Christian Porter’s outrageous treatment suggests a new dark age that erodes public trust in media and institutions that govern society.
Morrison walks on untrampled ground
Amid the Canberra rape claims, there is a threat the government will lapse into paralysis at a time where messaging is critical.
Scandal may yet rebound against Morrison
A government that prides itself on its control has been thrown off course. At some point the damage will be reflected in the polls.
Australians want justice for victims but expect due process
Allegations should not equal resignation. However, Christian Porter will be forced to live with a cloud over his character.
I was just a boy, I did not rape her: Porter
Attorney-General Christian Porter categorically denies a historical rape allegation, saying he did not even have sex with the then 16-year-old girl.
Political vengeance won’t help victims of assault
A month-long media pile-on has reduced two cabinet ministers to trembling, tearful wrecks forced on to sick leave.
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