Putting politics in perspective
February 24, 2010
Election campaigns tend to heighten sensitivities.
Every perceived slight is magnified under the intensity of media scrutiny and it is often hard to stand your ground under such relentless pressure. Read more
A lesson in life
January 6, 2010
Last week I completed my second Sydney to Hobart yacht race.
I was invited to join a crew of Australian and international business people, not for my sailing expertise, but as a politician with experience as part of a sporting team. Read more
Grassroots democracy in action
December 1, 2009
By CORY BERNARDI
Liberal Senator for South Australia
It’s tough being a Liberal right now. In fact, many consider the recent events in the Liberal Party to be the most difficult period that the party has encountered.
Having been around the party as a volunteer for more than 20 years, I have to agree. Read more
Public service compromised
October 22, 2009
The processes of our national Parliament are generally not that exciting to the majority of Australians, even though the outcomes affect us all.
Senate Estimates is perhaps the process that confirms that generalisation best of all. Read more
Nuclear is a debate we need to have
August 27, 2009
Australia’s energy industry has been under the parliamentary microscope for the past fortnight.
The result was the passing of legislation mandating a minimum use of renewable energy by 2020. It has all the feel-good green attributes of modern policy. Read more
When F is for failure
August 21, 2009
Nearly 18 months ago, I initiated a Senate inquiry into the broadcasting codes of practice.
It was prompted by the foul-mouthed chef Gordon Ramsay being shown during an inappropriate timeslot. Not only did the c-word get an airing in one episode, but in another Mr Ramsay let fly with 80 f-words in less than 40 minutes … and I am not talking about fondue! Read more
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