The continuing education funding controversy invites scrutiny of the power of insider politics. Political insiders are those who use economic clout, political connections, extensive networks and privileged access to decision-makers to consistently influence political outcomes.   Is the Catholic Church such a political insider? The ominous media references to the powerful Catholic education lobby benefiting unduly … Continue reading JOHN WARHURST. The power of the Catholic lobby. (Canberra Times 27/9/2018)… Continue reading »