The latest US economic data has renewed speculation that the world might dip back into recession. Half a year ago, everything appeared to be looking good with major economies rebounding strongly but that was only ever due to government stimulus spending. Like using the starter motor…
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The activities of the dishonorable Minister for Social Development and Employment Paula Bennett has been increasingly reminding me of the blogger Whaleoil. Consider the number of common points of obnoxious behaviour. The similarities are quite striking. The main difference is that one is a blogger opinionating on…
Chris Carter's bumbling attempt at a coup has pushed the question onto the tip of everyone's tongue can Labour win the 2011 election? And can Phil Goff be the one to lead them to victory? Almost everyone is saying no. The party is suffering in…
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