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Keywords: Debt

INTERNATIONAL

The Western origins of Hati's 'curse'
- Adele Webb
- 04 March 2010
3 Comments
The story of Haiti, even from the earliest decades of its independence, is one of a downward spiral into debt and underdevelopment. It has been at the short end of the stick, time and time again, in its relationships with richer and powerful countries. Haiti, it turns out, never stood a chance.
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INFORMATION

In defence of people smugglers
- Chris Bisset
- 15 October 2009
4 Comments
Kevin Rudd calls them the 'vilest form of people on the planet'. How dare these impoverished, yet slightly entrepreneurial fishermen let their social consciousness blind them from considering the interests of white Australians?
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AUSTRALIA

Immigration reform review
- Kerry Murphy
- 11 September 2009
1 Comment
On Wednesday, the Senate made two decisions which take immigration reform forward. The reforms were approved with the support of the Greens and Independents, and one Liberal Senator. Reading the Hansard gives some insight into the current debate.
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AUSTRALIA

Liberal Senator's immigration heroism
- Kerry Murphy
- 11 September 2009
6 Comments
Senator Judith Troeth is one of few Liberals who have spoken out against harsh features of immigration policy under Howard. In crossing the floor to vote with the Government this week, she said the Liberal Party 'has a proud story to tell on immigration, but both parties over the last 50 years have written some bleak chapters too'
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AUSTRALIA

Poor nations could lead recovery
- Michael Mullins
- 06 April 2009
1 Comment
The G20 Summit took first steps towards stimulating the economies of developing countries. The Economist says growth in these nations could rebound quickly, as households are not weighed down by crushing debts typical in America and Europe.
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AUSTRALIA

Workaholic Australians can't buy time
- Michele Freeman
- 04 July 2008
5 Comments
Average personal debt is at record levels, yet many Australians say work interferes with their capacity to maintain community connections and friendships. Despite a culture that rewards overwork, part-time work can help create time for ourselves and our communities.
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INTERNATIONAL

Respect for human rights requires debt cancellation
- Angelica Hannan
- 27 February 2007
1 Comment
To address the problem of Third World debt, citizens of developed countries need to place the satisfaction of human needs at the heart of government policy. A history of poor governance, greed, and cultural imperialism are at the core of the Global North’s exploitation of the South.
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