Conroy’s protecting us from ped-philes, stopping terrorists, that sort of thing. It’s like the regulation we have for TV, films and books. Except it’s not. It’s not even close, writes Stilgherrian.
Abortion
Decriminalising abortion — what now for the other states?
What are the implications for other states, now that abortion has been decriminalised in Victoria, asks Caroline DeCosta.
Let’s have some common sense on abortion laws
For women who are in the position of needing an abortion, they are in a “lose-lose” situation - whatever decision they make has negative consequences, writes Professor Gab Kovacs.
Legal complexities of the Catholic abortion stance
The Catholic Church is sanctioning medical professionals clearly breaching their duty of care to a patient and possibly exposing them to manslaughter charges because of their deliberate inaction, writes Greg Barns.
Abortion in Catholic hospitals: what would Jesus do?
What would Jesus do…if he was the CEO of a catholic hospital confronted with the proposed new abortion laws currently before the Victorian Parliament?
The Crikey Ethicist: The politics of tragedy
The idea of tragedy has been exiled from our political culture, writes John Armstrong.
Abortion debate evokes memories of the ALP split
Even in Queensland the anniversary wasn’t getting much publicity, but 50 years ago the state was gripped by one of Australia’s great political dramas, writes Charles Richardson.
