Replacing Bill
After months of speculation, the fate of National Party leader Bill English was finally confirmed today as he announced in a press conference – flanked by family – that he… Continue reading "Replacing Bill"
Tag: featured
-
-
Zero Tolerance of Female Genital Mutilation
The 6th of February marked the International Day for Zero Tolerance of Female Genital Mutilation. Unbeknownst to many, the practice – although barbaric and extremely dangerous – is still widely… Continue reading "Zero Tolerance of Female Genital Mutilation"
-
Waitangi Day: A Reflection of Our Partnership
Despite never formally declaring its independence, New Zealand observes a national day every year. On the 6th of February, the nation commemorates the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi –… Continue reading "Waitangi Day: A Reflection of Our Partnership"
-
The Importance of Student Activism
When Dr. Jose Rizal declared that “the youth are the future of the Fatherland”, he envisioned that the future generations of Filipinos would be the caretakers of the country he… Continue reading "The Importance of Student Activism"
-
Epistemic Responsibility: Why Pro-Marcos Historical Revisionism is Inherently Wrong
“Only in the Philippines could a leader like Ferdinand Marcos, who pillaged his country for over 20 years, still be considered for a national burial. Insignificant amounts of the loot… Continue reading "Epistemic Responsibility: Why Pro-Marcos Historical Revisionism is Inherently Wrong"
-
Don’t Fixate On Duterte, His Allies Also Deserve Scrutiny
The high approval rating that President Duterte continues to enjoy does not reflect the plethora of criticisms he receives from different sectors of society.
-
An Attack on the Fourth Estate
In George Orwell’s imagined totalitarian state of Oceania, the ironically-named Ministry of Truth is tasked with censoring media and silencing critics who could challenge the authoritarian rule of “Big Brother”… Continue reading "An Attack on the Fourth Estate"
-
Paddle Your Own Waka
The controversy over the Electoral (Integrity) Amendment Bill which the New Zealand First party wants to pass into a law brings to our attention one of the most basic problems of… Continue reading "Paddle Your Own Waka"
-
Jim Anderton: Roman Catholic Hero
The passing of former Deputy Prime Minister and founder of the New Labour Party, Jim Anderton, ushered in several tributes from different personalities in the New Zealand political sphere. Many… Continue reading "Jim Anderton: Roman Catholic Hero"
-
Since We Boycott Israel, We Should Also Boycott Saudi Arabia
Proponents of the BDS Movement laud the decision of singer Lorde to cancel her planned concert in the Israeli city of Tel Aviv, calling it a “bold stance” against the… Continue reading "Since We Boycott Israel, We Should Also Boycott Saudi Arabia"
