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Charlie Lewis — Reporter

Charlie Lewis

Reporter

Charlie writes about industrial relations, politics and culture. Prior to Crikey he worked across government and unions and was a researcher on RN's the Daily Planet. He hosted the Alternative History on Triple R, and is an occasional host on Breakfasters.

The Butler did it: a continued guide to Australia's political dynasties

Thought we were done looking at Australia's political dynasties? Guess again.

Legislating the confessional: when does the church have to report abuse?

Churches have previously been exempt from having to report their knowledge of child abuse. In the aftermath of the royal commission, what's being done?

How did the US achieve in a month what has eluded activists in Australia for 20 years?

US President Donald Trump has caved to public pressure and ordered an end to the separation of undocumented migrants from their children. So why have activists failed to achieve these kinds of results in Australia?

The real and lasting impact of the Trump presidency

Amidst the chaos and the failed legislative agenda, Trump's opponents may think his presidency can be "waited out". But his prolific stacking of the courts has the potential to influence America for decades to come.

So you've been accused of war crimes. What's next?

Crikey takes a look at the legal processes special forces soldiers would face when being investigated for war crimes in the line of duty.

How to survive the World Cup if you know nothing about the world game

Prefer your footballs oval shaped? Couldn't pick Cristiano Ronaldo out of a line-up of one? Here are five things you can say to get you through the next month.

A Greek protester dressed in military uniform salutes a statue of Alexander the Great.

Why are Macedonia and Greece brawling over a name?

What is the agreement between Macedonia and Greece that has brought thousands of their citizens to the streets in protest? Crikey looks at the nationalist movements and historical ambiguities at the heart of the issue.

Is the Christmas Island detention centre going to stay open?

The planned closure of the Christmas Island detention center is looking in doubt after reports that Peter Dutton "changed his mind". What exactly is happening on the island?

The art of the political interview: tips for news players

Young journo? Newbie politician? Crikey talked to the experts for tips on how the get the best out of an interview (or at least, avoid the worst).

Is this the beginning of the end of the gig economy?

Well, not exactly. But depending on what the Fair Work Ombudsman says about Foodora's contracting arrangements, it could force legislators to start thinking critically about the future of employment.