Why the Voice could be a bulwark against Trumpism gaining a stronger foothold in Australia
What we are already hearing today from those leading the “no” campaign is an echo chamber of Trumpist sentiments for his supporters and acolytes in Australia.
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How believers in ‘white genocide’ are spreading their hate‑filled message in Australia
The belief in so-called ‘white genocide’, once an extreme-right view of neo-Nazis, is starting to gain ground in Australia and influence the rhetoric of politicians.
What Trump might do in his second presidency and what it could mean for democracy
Donald Trump is likely to expand the powers of the presidency.
How ICE is becoming a secret police force under the Trump administration
The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement meets most criteria that have defined secret police forces in authoritarian regimes. And the worst may be yet to come.
Truth to power: how podcasts are getting political
Podcasts like The Messenger, about refugees, and Listen To Love, about same-sex marriage, are bringing new voices to major issues. But as podcasts get political, it’s unclear whether they’ll be able to cut through complex debates.
A meaningful debate about statues is happening – the government just doesn’t seem to be taking part
Activists are taking a creative approach to complex debates despite intransigence from Westminster.
Five films you need to watch to better understand radicalisation
This selection of films shows the problem of extremism in its complexity, examining how real people can become radicalised.
Trump may have emboldened hate in Canada, but it was already here
As Canadians, we shouldn’t blame U.S. President Donald Trump for the rise of hatred here. He may have emboldened the so-called alt-right in Canada, but it was flourishing long before his election.
How Nazis twisted the swastika into a symbol of hate
The swastika, an ancient and innocent symbol in many cultures for hundreds of years, now represents racial hatred. Should the swastika be banned in North America as it is in Germany?
Third time’s the charm for Joe Biden: now he has an election to win and a country to save
A long-time campaigner for the White House, and a vice president to Obama, Biden now faces a great challenge: choose the right running mate, and defeat Donald Trump in November.
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