Senate Writings
This is the archive of Cory Bernardi's Weekly Dose of Common Sense newsletter from his time in the Senate
Tony Jones should apologise
I no longer watch ABC’s Q&A program as I find it rather boring and altogether too predictable.
Growing a conservative future
May I begin by thanking so many of you who contacted me about last week’s letter. The number of
We were better than this
Judging by the hundreds of emails and telephone calls I have received, it is fair to say that I share
Some can't handle the truth
The political pond proved just how shallow it is this week when faced with a few inconvenient truths. As usual,
How many people does it take to connect the NBN?
This week my home was connected to the National Broadband Network (NBN). I consider myself very fortunate to be in
Perfect economic storm brewing
The unprecedented gyrations in the world’s stock markets suggest there are problems afoot with the global economy. Investors are
Food certification update and union corruption
This week features the first hearing of what has come to be known as the ‘halal’ inquiry. In reality it
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
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
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
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
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