Most Australians are unlikely to be able to describe the doctrine of the separation of powers, but they’re quick to assert their liberties under the rubric of a ‘fair go’.
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The government’s uncontested assessment of national interest and security often trumps the rule of domestic and international law, as well as Australia’s obligations under human rights treaties.
Malcolm Turnbull may struggle to persuade Daniel Andrews and some other state leaders to back major tax change, though Mike Baird has been arguing for reform.
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Despite all the media coverage, don’t expect any clear decisions on national tax reform on Friday. But we should see more progress on other issues, including domestic violence and violent extremism.
An open and honest discussion about radicalisation cannot ignore the alienating impacts of racism and Islamophobia, starkly on display at this vandalised Muslim prayer centre in Brisbane.
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A frank debate about the causes of extremism and terrorism would acknowledge uncomfortable issues like the alienating impacts of racism, Islamophobia and Western military actions and foreign policy.
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Cyberwarfare may be of growing importance, but some foes must be tackled with more low-tech weapons.
This is the business end of how investigations are solved.
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Paris police were able to use information found on a phone, but what details can be found that could tackle future attacks?
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Talk of a ‘clash of civilisations’ and targeting refugees simply alienates the people the West needs to reach out to.
The response must be resolute, but it must be rational.
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Less is often more – acting quickly in the wake of atrocities rarely leads to good laws.
The aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle.
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After the terrorist atrocity, Western powers pledged to strike back at Islamic State. They will need to do more than rattle sabres.
Addressing violent extremism requires more than police simply knowing about the signs of radicalisation.
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We cannot ignore or underestimate the important role police can play in community-based efforts to tackle radicalisation and violent extremism.
Malcolm Turnbull is convening a summit this week to discuss Australia’s approach to countering violent extremism.
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Counter-radicalisation is only one part of nearly 20 very distinct areas of policy to combat terrorism. It is probably not the most effective by a long shot.
Locations such as Queensland’s Gold Coast have been nominated as at risk of money laundering by international criminals targeting real estate.
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Much more can be done to protect Australia’s property market from international criminals seeking to wash their proceeds.
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Young British Muslims are embroiled in a conundrum of non-belonging.
The opening ceremony of an exercise organized by the US military in Ndjamena, Chad earlier this year to take on Boko Haram.
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Apart from numerous worldwide threats including from China, Iran, North Korea and Russia, the US is taking more notice of Africa due to the expansion of extremist organisations on the continent.
Be very afraid – and vote for me.
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With Canada’s election campaign ramping up, Stephen Harper’s government has pummelled the opposition with a barrage of fearmongering.
Combatting youth extremism is a priority for the UK government. But at what cost?
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The Channel programme is meant to protect children, but it could be breaching their rights.
Cameron wants to counter radical narratives.
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The British PM admitted that some Muslims don’t feel they have a place in the UK.
Communications Minister Malcolm Turnbull said counter-terrorism measures should be right and effective, not just tough.
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Malcolm Turnbull has warned against overestimating the Islamic State threat and amplifying its significance, in a speech contrasting sharply with Tony Abbott’s declarations.
Open debate is essential to prevent radicalisation.
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From July 1, schools have a legal duty to prevent pupils being radicalised.
Terrorism has moved online, and policing must follow.
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Tackling extremist and terrorist propaganda online is vital, but must be done with safeguards in mind.
There are no easy ‘tell-tale signs’ of radicalisation.
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Extra attention from university staff could make it hard to reconcile being publicly Muslim with being an ‘ordinary’ student.