Sasha Klumov Attard

Sasha is a political economist currently working as a researcher. His areas of expertise include democratic governance, state-society relations, and social cohesion. His research focuses on the intersection of public policy, private power, and contemporary political change.

Recent articles by Sasha Klumov Attard

The Liberal Party collapse and the myth of restoration

The Liberal Party collapse and the myth of restoration

The Liberals’ talk of “renewal” looks less like reform than ritual – invoking origins to avoid confronting decline. The real lesson is not about personalities, but how power loses legitimacy when it drifts from reality.

Australia’s crisis debate is too small for the problems we face

Australia’s crisis debate is too small for the problems we face

Australia’s post-Bondi debate has fixated on labels and symbolism instead of causes and capacity. What Australia needs now is a bigger frame – and stronger democratic protection against social breakdown.

A defence of 'doing nothing'

A defence of 'doing nothing'

Public safety can be strengthened without turning fear into a political performance. When protection becomes theatre, institutions weaken and social division deepens.