Brian Martin

Brian Martin is emeritus professor of social sciences at the University of Wollongong and vice president of Whistleblowers Australia.

Brian's recent articles

Ready for the pulse? Getting rid of US bases would make us safer

Ready for the pulse? Getting rid of US bases would make us safer

Australians are remarkably unprepared for a nuclear attack. If and when it comes, it may not be what most people expect.

Submarine sideshow: Does Australia even need a military?

Submarine sideshow: Does Australia even need a military?

There are many potential benefits to Australia not having any submarines it should even consider it needs a military at all.

Resisting repression: defending civil liberties in Australia

The most effective way to challenge Australias repressive laws and practices is not obvious. There are many possibilities. No doubt some initiatives will fall flat while others will be too risky for a few leaders. The challenge is to figure out and implement a campaign that enables a great many people to join a cause whose justice cannot be denied.

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