social policy
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Birth rate down; attacks on marriage and family are counterproductive
Marriage as an institution has long been attacked as the bulwark of patriarchy, a formality, binding women into compulsory sexual obligations, economic dependence and unequal life chances and the seat of most domestic violence. It has been all that and more, but ‘family’ has been forgotten by many as the outcome of positive romantic attachment Continue reading »
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How you can restore functioning social democratic governance now
We need to return to being Citizens with Power to ensure fair forms of governance and reduce levels of political distrust. Continue reading »
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Age care policy needs a complete rethink. Homeshare is one solution
Minister Mark Butler’s Hugh Stretton Oration (April 27) demonstrates he gets it. He may be the first Minister we have had in Aged Care who understands the issues of ageing and is prepared to speak out. Policy makers and those in the professional age care industry (both advocates and providers) seem to be trapped in Continue reading »