Forcing airlines to salute veterans helps Canberra, not veterans
Yesterday, Scott Morrison announced that veterans who fly Virgin Australia will be thanked for their service. We need lasting psychological care, not an empty salute.
Credit where it’s due: Defence from the Left for Trump and Turnbull
Criticism is part of the deal when it comes to leading a political party – or indeed a nation. But one Leftie thinks Trump and Turnbull may deserve some positive reinforcement as of late.
ANZAC & Vietnam: The future of days past
As someone who served in Vietnam, the reaction to my service has changed markedly, but the future is away from the past.
Long Reads: The Vatican bank, Dr Dre, PTSD
Richard Jackson’s amazing Long Reads touches on corruption of the Vatican bank, the violence of Dr Dre and the power of writing to overcome war crimes.