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Progressive analysis on politics, foreign policy, the economy, media, and culture, with a focus on peace and justice. John Menadue, Publisher & Editor in Chief

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Two years on from the start of Israel’s latest genocidal attacks on Palestinians, nationwide (and worldwide) pro-Palestine rallies are being organised for this Sunday 12th October.
@palaction.bsky.social
October 7, 2025 at 4:22 AM
Don't miss John Menadue on ABC Radio National's Late Night Live, with David Marr, tonight. The wide ranging interview will cover John's significant contribution to Australia life including the importance of an independent media, such as Pearls and Irritations. 10PM on Radio National. #auspol
August 20, 2025 at 12:37 AM
Nationwide March for Palestine — Sunday 24 Aug.
End genocide & starvation. Impose sanctions. Stop the arms trade with Israel.

Join the march in your city.

#auspol #IsraelPalestine #Gaza #NationalMarch
August 19, 2025 at 3:31 AM
Attn Canberra! March for Humanity - Stop the Genocide in Gaza. Join the People's March across Commonwealth Bridge on Saturday 12pm, 9 August. We call on you to stand, march, and raise your voice. @palestineactiongroupcbr
#auspol #gaza #beloud
August 8, 2025 at 2:29 AM
Australians for Humanity brings together a group of experts on Palestine for whom genocide is a key election issue.
Join a public webinar (zoom): Monday 28 April at 7pm
Join Mary Kostakidis, Peter Slezak, Stuart Rees, Margaret Reynolds
Register here: tinyurl.com/4cehht33
#auspol #palestine
April 22, 2025 at 7:48 AM
How long will Australia ignore the killings in Palestine? Michele O’Neil questions the "defence" claim, Francesca Albanese urges focus on law, and a US journalist asks if protesting is a deportable offence. #Auspol

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March 20, 2025 at 3:15 AM
Europe’s panic over Washington’s shifting priorities exposes its lack of preparation for Trump’s return. As NATO expansion backfires and the far right rises, the continent faces hard lessons in self-reliance. #Auspol
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