Winston Peters sidesteps the genocidal elephant in the room
In a government response to PSNA, Foreign Minister Winston Peters has sidestepped the genocidal elephant in the room with his…
Setting the Agenda
Political analysis and commentary shaping the progressive debate in Aotearoa New Zealand, focused on power, policy, and accountability.
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Palestine protesters stage Gaza ‘die-in’ as leaders call for step up in boycotts
A score of Palestine solidarity protesters draped themselves in white shrouds with mock blood in a sombre “die-in” demonstration at Te Komitanga Square — the heart of Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city — on Sunday as speakers urged people to take a stronger boycott against Israeli products.
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Ben Morgan: The media, information war and how the campaign could change
After months of politicking the US military aid bill was finally signed into law, releasing US$ 61 billion of support…
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Ben Morgan’s Pacific Update A simple explanation of this week’s military and political developments in the Pacific
$95 billion US foreign military aid package, includes $ 8 billion for the Pacific The $95 billion US foreign military…
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Melissa Lee ends transmission, Dear Goldie…
Open Letter to the Minister for Media and Communications Hon. Melissa Lee Paul Goldsmith Parliament Buildings, Wellington. Tena koe Commiserations…
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Sydney University students set up Gaza solidarity camp as war marks 200 days
Students and activist staff at Australia’s University of Sydney (USyd) have set up a Gaza solidarity encampment in support of Palestinians as similar student and academic protests spread across the United States — and faced crackdowns by police.
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Dear TVNZ: The most contemptible piece of ‘journalism’ we have ever seen
Last Sunday morning TVNZ’s Q and A current affairs programme broadcast a 45-minute interview with the Israeli ambassador conducted by…
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Ben Morgan – Russia’s time just ran out
The big news this week is that the $ 60 billion US aid package for Ukraine passed Congress. It will…
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Nationwide protests for Palestine demand government action – 50,000 leaflets distributed in Christchurch
After six months of meaningless government statements, nationwide protests for Palestine continue this week to demand New Zealand act to…
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Data 3: Prices are still rising – it’s a cost of living crisis
New Zealand’s consumers price index increased 4 per cent in the 12 months to the March 2024 quarter, according to…