Re-modelling Politics into Citizens Representatives of the Future
I wrote this as a contemplation piece of what I would do if I had a voice. I had fun imagining the future. I guess all real change comes from desire, intention, allowance and surrender.
I would like to add that I am sure there are good politicians out there with good… Continue reading
Scott Ritter: A Critical Analysis of the War in Iraq, WMDs and Future Implications
When I was on radio in Melbourne many years ago I was invited to a speech given by Scott Ritter the former UN Weapons Inspector in Iraq. It was an explosive lecture at the time and I aired it on radio.
I produced my own transcript as below. I met Scott Ritter the next… Continue reading
US Forces in Australia: Are We Waiting for the Next Big Thing?
Today I sent a poem to Foreign Minister Bob Carr regarding the US visit of Hiliary Clinton to Perth on 13th November.
My inner feeling was that Australia could take on a peacemaking role and be a mediator. We saw that cultivated by Gareth Evans when he was Foreign Minister.
US Forces are building up… Continue reading
Leadership or Mastery – Which is True Leadership?
LEADERSHIP OR MASTERY
What is leadership?
Is it authority?
Is it knowing the answers?
Is it stature?
Is it reputation?
Is it steadfast adherence to past decisions?
For many are seeking leadership,
Yet leadership can not be sought,
You are either a leader or not.
A true leader serves,
Allows others… Continue reading
Do Adults Lead by Example or Are Young People Leaders??
LEAD BY EXAMPLE OR YOUNG PEOPLE AS LEADERS?
World reports,
Youth voices in court,
One in three depressed,
This is the financial crisis,
For parents are working long hours,
Parents are breaking up,
Parents are cracking up,
For they are exhausted running on a tread mill,
Children fend for themselves,
Entertain themselves,… Continue reading
Why Has The International Community Failed to Prevent Mass Killing and Genocide?
I felt strong inspiration around Syria my heart leading me to focus on Aleppo. What prompted this blog was my watching of an ABC Four Corners documentary highlighting the rebel situation in Aleppo, Syria. My instinct definitely urges me to write this blog as I absolutely know the lack of action by the… Continue reading