Weekly Dose of Common Sense
On Overnight Success
It often takes decades to be deemed an 'overnight success' and that maxim has been proven true once again.
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Let the people decide
Finally the Coalition has resolved an enduring and contentious debate regarding maintaining our long-standing policy on marriage. I am pleased
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Rebuilding voter trust after 'entitlements' saga
We have all heard the saying “A week is a long time in politics” and that makes the several weeks
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National Press Club debate on same-sex marriage - transcript
STEVE LEWIS: Ladies and gentlemen, would you now please welcome Senator Bernardi to make his opening remarks. CORY BERNARDI: Thank
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Greece default showcases the endgame of the welfare state
For many years, I have been writing about the unsustainable nature of the welfare state. Over decades, successive governments have
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Disgraceful Q&A another reason ABC needs reform
Today, the process of amending the Australian Citizenship Act begins. This will see Australian citizenship stripped from dual nationals who
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Petty politics does a disservice to national security
There are many events that attract the attention of those inside the political beltway whilst barely registering a flicker of
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Defending traditional values against the 'equality' movement
Political life is never dull. It can be frustrating, infuriating and often unfair but it is never dull. The insatiable
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Juggling issues and egos in Budget Estimates
A brief note today because it’s Budget estimates. This means I am locked in a room chairing the Finance
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Senate inquiry and the media agenda
Last week the Senate agreed to my motion that it conduct an inquiry into food certification schemes in Australia. This
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Small business tax cuts a step in the right direction
The Federal Budget was handed down last night and as always there is a lot of detail to get through.
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We can't keep kicking the can down the road
With the Federal Budget set to be handed down next week, I suspect a lot of political skin will be
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Wake up to the threat before it's too late
I like Julie Bishop. She is smart, personable, competent and politically savvy. She’s proven to be an excellent Foreign