One of my favourite Henrik Ibsen plays is An Enemy of the People about the doctor of a spa in a small Norwegian town who discovers the Baths are contaminated. The residents praise him as an activist until they learn the baths will have to be closed for several years, costing their jobs, and when … Continue reading Mr Trump, Your time is up
John McCain
The Trump Card: ‘I think I’ll get the nomination.’
I have been trying to avoid writing a post on Donald Trump because I find him so ridiculous that it would be a waste of time. But an intelligent young man, a frequenter of my local pub, actually believes he will be elected president of the United States. So it’s my duty as a dual … Continue reading The Trump Card: ‘I think I’ll get the nomination.’
Obama v Romney: The Not-So-Great Debate
If this were a three round Olympic heavyweight championship, Mitt Romney would be leading Barack Obama on points. But fortunately for the champion, there are still two rounds to go, and he’s the sort of fighter who likes to win, so he should be able to make a successful comeback. After watching the debate, I’d … Continue reading Obama v Romney: The Not-So-Great Debate
Let the Political Games begin
“I was very involved in the McCain campaign, and I love McCain a lot. But I never felt this good about our chances four years ago.” That was Brian Ballard, a co-chairman of Mitt Romney’s finance team, talking to the New York Times about the Republican candidate’s chances of beating Barack Obama in the November … Continue reading Let the Political Games begin
A scary search for the Real Sarah Palin
The ghost of US President Sarah Palin was stalking the streets of Sydney this week. Okay, you say, she hasn’t died, and she hasn’t become president so please explain (that was the famous expression of the politician who’s come closest to replicating Sarah Palin in Australia). The spirit of Sarah the Future President came courtesy … Continue reading A scary search for the Real Sarah Palin
