Confidential Daily Comment

Smoking the Budget

Both sides of the Uniparty support one of the most counterproductive tax measures ever created. The budget has more bottom line proof.

Banking on the Budget

The budget was designed to deliver political hope for the government but paints a hopeless picture for the rest of us.

Debt Will Tear Us Apart

There's debt as far as the forecasters can see and that's set to become a problem for Australia. But does anyone really care?

Desperate for Power

Both sides of the UniParty are desperate for power and promising almost anything to have it.

What about....?

Another reader-directed question could prompt an emotional reaction.

Is Corruption Rife?

We like to think of Australia as relatively free of corruption. Of course, that all depends on how you define it.

Hero or Villain?

A reader disagrees with my characterisation of Zelensky. Here's part of my reasoning.

Boomer Wisdom

The reaction to some timeless wisdom sends a chilling message about Australia's policy future.

Bizarro World

We live in a world where what was once valued is now decried.

Time for Some Doublethink

The current electricity policy only makes sense if you can successfully practice Doublethink.

One Step Forward...

The digital economy took a giant step forward this week but the prices took a couple of steps backwards. That presents opportunity.

A Cycle of Economic Implosion