a view from the mountain
My new book The Dream Weaver is now available.
My new book The Dream Weaver is now available.
A few words about the limits of free speech and events in Minneapolis.
A few words on the division being caused by the Prime Minister’s quest for ‘unity’ and why the Opposition needs to get its act together.
A few words about the proposed new kick-off rule in rugby league.
The Prime Minister’s problems with free speech and President Trump’s ‘red line’ is crossed.
A few words about the Prime Minister’s proposed Hate Speech laws as Parliament is recalled early, and the difficulty in eradicating antisemitism.
A few words about Dylan, One Nation and Iran.
Bob Dylan biopic: A Complete Unknown.
Bob Dylan book: Chronicles Volume One.
A few words about the Prime Minister belatedly calling the Royal Commission.
TJ O’Hara’s Substack site, click here.
A few words about why it makes sense for America to be in Greenland.
A few words about a decision the Prime Minister must make.
Book mentioned: A Question of Loyalties by Allan Massie.
A few words about the events in Venezuela…and the reaction to them.
A few words about a troubling column from Mick Keelty and the reason for antisemitism flourishing.
A few words about a terrific book and the question of leadership.
Books mentioned: “Crooks” and “November Road” by Lou Berney.
A few words about more distinguished Australians calling for a Royal Commission and the Prime Minister’s failure to listen to those he needs to listen to most.
A few words about Mr Albanese’s continued failure of leadership.
A few more words about the appalling and illogical government refusal to hold a Royal Commission.
A few words about former AFP Commissioner Mick Keelty’s compelling argument for a Royal Commission into the Bondi massacre…and, from the back pages, some words about the disastrous Boxing Day test.
A few words on why “stop the hate” is not always such a great idea.
A few words about why a Royal Commission is required following the events at Bondi Beach.
A few words about some of the great speeches of the world….and the one the Prime Minister should give. Links to the speeches mentioned:
Barack Obama 2004 DNC keynote speech - here.
Ronald Reagan 1986 Challenger explosion speech - here.
Ronald Reagan 1987 address to Mikhail Gorbachev - here.
Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg address - here.
A few words about how the talk of gun laws is a distraction from the key issue.
A few words about how quickly things change…..and playing politics.
A few words on josh Frydenberg’s great speech.
Link to Paul Keating’s speech - click here.
Link to John Williamson’s performance at Adelaide Oval - click here.
A few words about Mr Albanese’s response to the Bondi massacre.
A few words about the initial response to the Bondi massacre - antisemitism and islamism.
A few words about the horrible events at Bondi yesterday…and the reasons.
A few words on European leaders and the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
A few words about politicians’ wages.
A few words on the under-16 year olds ban on accessing social media platforms in Australia.
Book recommendation: The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt.
Website: jonathanhaidt.com
Trust is down; cynicism is up. A few words on the NRL report into Eli Katoa and the ongoing ministerial expenditure controversy.
A few words on ministerial expenses and weekend sport.
A few words about E scooters and why the “Broken Windows” policy makes sense.
Michelle, things aren’t always black and white.
A few words about a 71 year old grandmother in the news.
Another NRL player has retired early because of concussion knocks. The NRL must act…now.
A few words about one of the worst words in the English language.
