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Sukrit Sabhlok is a writer of the Austrian School of economics and a libertarian. His work has most often focused on analyzing public policy issues from a free-market perspective. He is a vehement critic of expansionist foreign policy, which he views as "imperialist"

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Society & Lifestyle > Australia & South Pacific Problems of poverty among Australian aborigines and misguided politics: 4 of 4
In 1968 identifiable Australian government spending on indigenous affairs was $10 million. In 2004, this figure was nearly $3 billion. Even taking inflation into account the increase has been tremendous. Despite this additional spending brought about by political parties out-bidding the other during election campaigns we hav... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Party Politics & Ideology Distinguishing 'classical liberalism' from contemporary liberal movements: 4 of 4
Classical liberalism is well known for its theories promoting individual human freedom, in an economic and political context, as the basic construct through which society should be organised. Attaching the liberal tag to streams of liberalism which propagate illiberal ideas, liberal forms of feminism, nationalism, socialism ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Government & Policies American government: The erosion of checks and balances during the Bush era: 3 of 3
"Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety." - Benjamin Franklin MILITARY COMMISSIONS The order released by the President on November 13, 2001 gave effect to a system of military commissions. Administration officials have argued the ability to deliver j... More..
Arts & Humanities > Ancient History Ancient Egypt: The history of the Second Intermediate Period and the Hyksos: 2 of 2
When scholars consider the Second Intermediate Period (SIP) in Egyptian history, they usually conclude that it was a time of turmoil and rapid change. Anthony Spalinger, for example, writes that the SIP is commonly seen as a "dark age" of political instability. For sure, the period 1782-1570 BC was marked by a high turnover ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Climate Change Australian prime minister should stop subsidizing polluters: 2 of 2
4 May 2008 There is continuing debate among scientists over the extent and causes of global warming. Some say warming will be minimal. Others argue the world is facing a significant challenge that could harm future generations. Almost nobody is suggesting that the planet is cooling. Yet science is only half of the debate. Th... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues Constitutionalism: Upholding the Constitution through balancing the executive, legislative and judicial branches of government: 2 of 2
Congressman Ron Paul has spoken out at the "complicity" of Congress in turning America into a "nation of pre-emptive war, secret military tribunals, torture, rejection of habeas corpus, warrantless searches, undue government secrecy, extraordinary renditions, and uncontrollable spying on the American people." In many ways, t... More..
Arts & Humanities > Political Philosophy Philosophical variants of liberalism: 2 of 2
Two recognised variants of liberalism are neoliberalism and social liberalism. The former, in an American context, supports the freedom to trade but does not necessarily oppose the large government role of Keynesianism or environmentalism. The latter developed much of its foundational elements from the utilitarian writings o... More..