Polymaths and the Postmodern Pastiche

Low journalism, like low comedy, seeks to excite emotions rather than thoughts.  The purpose of both is...

South Australian Election 2010

Greetings again from Adelaide, or should I say anarchic Adelaide?

However temporarily we South Australians may be without a state government, I am wondering if...

Socrates, Kant and Twaklin

Well, I have done my best.  The South Australian state election happens tomorrow and my campaign ends today.

I have tried to reach as many voters as possible.  I have invited their policy responses.  I have listened to their views.  I have avoided...

Politics in South Australia

I am very fond of exploring ideas about human rights and responsibilities, especially those relating to life in suburbia.  Do you consider ideas about human rights when you cast your vote or do you...

The Future of Fun in the Funnel

You may know that I call the district in which I live...

As Safe As Horses

Road safety is a very important concern to many of us who sometimes find ourselves in the vicinity of a road.  If I was on a horse, trotting along...

Influential Networks

My public role as the Chief Executive Officer of an international institution may be somewhat intimidating to...

Safe, Sane and Consensual?

Which of the following may most likely lead to...

Democracy and Demagogy

Whenever we have elections, I am reminded of the blurring between democracy and demagogy.  How might we...