Category: Cost of Living

Anti-War/Anti-Imperialism, Cost of Living

Stop the Wars on the Global South!

STATEMENT OF THE WORKERS LEAGUE 04-07-2026: Imperialism is at war, in multiple theatres, across several continents, in various regions. Yet these wars in effect constitute a single war with different fronts against an entity which comprises 90% of the world’s population – the Global South. The Global South contains, but is not limited to, the non-imperialist BRICS confederation (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa plus … Continue reading Stop the Wars on the Global South!

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Anti-Racism/Anti-Fascism, Australia, Cost of Living

Shutting Down Opponents Does Not “Fight the Right”

20-06-2026: In the space of less than 12 months, polls are now showing that One Nation has surpassed both the Australian Labor Party (ALP) and the Liberal Party of Australia (LPA), with One Nation on 30% compared to the governing ALP at 28%.[1] Incredibly, One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has also surpassed the ALP as preferred Prime Minister (PM) with 33% support compared to ALP … Continue reading Shutting Down Opponents Does Not “Fight the Right”

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Australia, Civil Rights, Cost of Living, Unions

Australia: Labor Government Shreds Thousands From Disability Services

16-05-2026: Australian Labor Party (ALP) “Health” Minister Mark Butler announced in April that 160 000 people will be cut from the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) as part of a supposed plan to preserve the long-term viability of the NDIS. In reality, the funding cuts – at the moment worth around $15 billion – represent the largest reduction to any government program in Australia’s history. … Continue reading Australia: Labor Government Shreds Thousands From Disability Services

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Anti-War/Anti-Imperialism, Cost of Living, Iran, USA

Stop The War to Drive Down the Unbearable Cost of Living!

02-05-2026: Even prior to the start of the imperialist war on Iran, the cost of living for working people in the West was over the top. Now, with the US war of aggression failing on every front, the resultant cost of living spikes are becoming too much to bear. The Islamic Republic of Iran is more than holding its own despite the unprovoked attack by … Continue reading Stop The War to Drive Down the Unbearable Cost of Living!

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Anti-War/Anti-Imperialism, Australia, Cost of Living, Iran, Russia

Australian Fuel Crisis: Stop the War, Lift the Sanctions!

05-04-2026: The criminal imperialist war on the Islamic Republic of Iran has rebounded back against the West in several ways, including a crippling fuel crisis due to the closure (to some) of the Strait of Hormuz in the Persian Gulf. In fact, it should be noted that the Strait of Hormuz is NOT closed per se, rather, it is closed to those states waging an … Continue reading Australian Fuel Crisis: Stop the War, Lift the Sanctions!

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Cost of Living, People's Republic of China

China Builds the World’s First Electrostate

14-03-2026: As the US imperialist war of aggression on the Islamic Republic of Iran rages, significant amounts of oil and gas supplies to the world economy have held up in the Strait of Hormuz, causing shortages and price rises. Iran’s major ally, the People’s Republic of China (PRC), while a major purchaser of Iranian oil, is well on the way to constructing an alternative “electrostate”. … Continue reading China Builds the World’s First Electrostate

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Australia, Civil Rights, Cost of Living

NDIS Linked Tragedy Shows the Dire Need for Universal Health Care

07-02-2026: On Friday January 30, a double murder suicide is suspected to have taken place in the Perth suburb of Mosman Park in Western Australia.  A family of four was found dead inside the house, with a note that contained the words “don’t enter” and “call police”. The note was found by a person known to the family possibly attending the home for a pre-arranged … Continue reading NDIS Linked Tragedy Shows the Dire Need for Universal Health Care

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Australia, Civil Rights, Coronavirus, Cost of Living

Australia: “Far Left” Lays a Pathway for the “Far Right”

30-08-2025: On the 31st of August, a “March for Australia” (MFA) will take place in multiple cities across the continent. These marches are raising only one demand: Stop Mass Immigration Now.  Along with the single demand, the accompanying cries are “It’s time to take our country back. It’s time to defend our heritage. It’s time to defend our culture.”[1] The National Socialist Network (NSN), founded … Continue reading Australia: “Far Left” Lays a Pathway for the “Far Right”

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Cost of Living, People's Republic of China, USA

Tariff Madness: Burning Down The House

(Article was current at the time of writing. Since then, the US government has dramatically increased tariffs on imported goods from China, and China has increased tariffs on imported goods from the US.)  13-04-2025: US President Donald Trump’s April 2 “Liberation Day” triggered immediate stock market slumps across Asia, Europe and America itself.[1] These markets may stabilise in weeks to come, but international turbulence will … Continue reading Tariff Madness: Burning Down The House

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Anti-War/Anti-Imperialism, Australia, climate, Cost of Living, Elections

Australia: Mock Budget for a Mock Election

06-04-2025: The Australian Labor Party (ALP) federal government handed down a budget in late March, in the run up to the federal election called for May 3. The centrepiece of the budget is a five dollar a week tax cut – to supposedly be delivered in 15 months’ time.[1] Needless to say, this risible tax cut for average wage earners – which would barely cover … Continue reading Australia: Mock Budget for a Mock Election

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