A tweet by A.C.T. Leader David Seymour ignores the fact that political rhetoric stokes tensions. The murder of U.S. far right political advocate Charlie Kirk has seen a divisive, contentious debate erupt around around his conduct. Halfway around the world, politicians in New Zealand are advocating remembering Mr Kirk, despite him having nothing to do … Continue reading Charlie Kirk and why New Zealand should not import U.S./U.K. culture wars
New Zealand forgetting its Pasifika neighbours: a third way view of China vs the U.S.
New Zealand is forgetting about its south Pacific neighbours.
2025 outlook for Aotearoa New Zealand
This is a year in which numerous significant decisions about the future of this country, and its needs will need to be made. It is the penultimate year for this Government, which is already one of the least popular for this stage in its tenure. What happens in 2025 could determine the fate of the … Continue reading 2025 outlook for Aotearoa New Zealand
Trumpism Mk II begins
U.S. President Donald Trump signing Executive Orders on 20/01/25 (Credit: B.B.C.) For Trump supporters, the true test of their leader, their idol now starts. How will he handle all of the promises he made in the 2 1/2 months between winning the election and being sworn in? Will he try to tone down their expectations … Continue reading Trumpism Mk II begins
Why Netanyahu’s indictment is good for international law
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former Minister of Defence Yoav Gallant were issued with International Criminal Court warrants for their arrest on Thursday. Whilst the United States and Israel inevitably slammed the decision, it was ultimately a good day for international law. As a result of his arrest warrant, Mr Netanyahu, his former … Continue reading Why Netanyahu’s indictment is good for international law
Leftist Kiwi Writes 