Inconsistent guidelines on policing public events have led to cancellations due to safety concerns and ongoing uncertainty about the police’s support.
Activists using property they are only the stewards of, to push political agendas, are not only undermining their primary missions, but risking legal attack.
Activist-driven “research” attempts to shape public opinion and policy, but studies generating “evidence” using biased methodologies polarise communities and erode trust.
The line between academic freedom and political activism remains murky.
The case against Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki could set a legal precedent affecting the rights of protest groups of all stripes, and their impact on commercial activities.
In New Zealand’s history, free speech has empowered marginalised groups, driving historic victories and cultural revival.
Why do some media praise Drag Queen Storytime but condemn David Seymour’s Snapchat interactions?
Heartfelt advocacy does not equal truth telling in the debate over Māori issues.
An informal sampling of news headlines, focussing on tax and environmental policies, suggests a media double standard for National and the Greens.
Women globally are moving away from left-leaning parties due to unfulfilled social, cultural, and economic promises.
