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Media’s Contribution to the Decline in Civility: Investigating how certain media outlets and personalities may encourage or reflect a decline in civil discourse.
The fabric of civil discourse, an essential element for the functioning of a democratic society, appears to be unravelling at the seams....

Sam Wilks
Mar 31, 20245 min read


The Role of Whistleblowers in Protecting Liberties: Highlighting cases where whistleblowers have exposed government actions that threaten personal freedoms.
In the contemporary discourse on the preservation of liberties within the fabric of society, the role of whistleblowers emerges as both...

Sam Wilks
Mar 30, 20244 min read


Crime/Incident Scene Management by Security Personnel
When a security officer stumbles upon a scene bearing the marks of criminal activity or an accident, their role transcends mere...

Sam Wilks
Mar 30, 20243 min read


Cultural Transmission in a Multicultural Society: The Challenge of Preserving Western Traditions
In the tapestry of modern society, the intricate interplay of cultures, beliefs, and traditions creates a rich mosaic of diversity. Yet,...

Sam Wilks
Mar 29, 20245 min read


Emergency Powers and Their Abuse: Investigating the misuse of emergency powers by governments, which often leads to the erosion of legal norms.
In the contemporary discourse on governance and the wielding of authority, a critical examination of emergency powers and their...

Sam Wilks
Mar 28, 20244 min read


Parenting and Personal Responsibility: Teaching Children to Own Their Actions
In a society increasingly fraught with the delegation of personal responsibility to external entities, whether governmental or societal,...

Sam Wilks
Mar 22, 20244 min read


Meritocracy vs. Equality: The Dilemma of Tackling Income Inequality
In the discourse surrounding the pursuit of a more fair society, the concepts of meritocracy and equality often find themselves at odds....

Sam Wilks
Mar 21, 20246 min read


Entitlements and Economic Sustainability: Lessons for the Northern Territory
In grappling with the complexities of entitlements and their impact on economic sustainability, a nuanced exploration reveals a tapestry...

Sam Wilks
Mar 20, 20244 min read


The contemporary impact of social media on criminal behaviour in Australia
Social media, an invention hailed for its potential to democratise information and connect the world, has also become a conduit for...

Sam Wilks
Mar 16, 20243 min read


Government Policies and Political Correctness: Navigating the Terrain of Social Issues
In the contemporary discourse on government policies and their intersection with societal norms, particularly within the ambit of...

Sam Wilks
Mar 15, 20244 min read


The Private Security Officer
In the realm of security work, it takes a distinct breed of courage to stand the solitary vigils of the night, patrolling the eerie...

Sam Wilks
Mar 9, 20243 min read


Corruption: A Byproduct of Government Intervention
In the web of governance and economics, the intervention of the government often becomes a double-edged sword. While the aim of...

Sam Wilks
Mar 9, 20243 min read


Religious Traditions and Western Culture: Investigating the Role of Religious Traditions in Shaping and Preserving Western Cultural Values
In the intricate tapestry of Western culture, religious traditions have long stood as the threads foundational and continuously...

Sam Wilks
Mar 6, 20243 min read


Gun Control Laws: A Threat to Individual Liberties?
In the ongoing debate over gun control, the balance between public safety and individual liberty stands at the forefront. This...

Sam Wilks
Mar 5, 20244 min read


The Unseen Shield: Environmental Hazards and Community Safety
In the realm of public safety and security, traditional measures often focus on visible deterrents: law enforcement presence,...

Sam Wilks
Mar 2, 20244 min read


Judicial Activism in the Northern Territory: A Crisis in Public Safety and the Security Response
A consistent uptick in criminal activity and what appears to be a lenient judicial system have been recent troubling trends in the...

Sam Wilks
Feb 24, 20243 min read


Identity Politics and Government Policies: Analysing The Impact
In today's increasingly polarised world, the intersection of identity politics and government policies has become a subject of intense...

Sam Wilks
Feb 20, 20245 min read


Media's Role in Deepening Political Divides - When inciting violence for clicks is protected.
In today's society, the influence of media, both traditional and contemporary, in shaping public opinion and driving political discourse...

Sam Wilks
Feb 11, 20243 min read


The Rule of Law and Democratic Principles
The rule of law is the bedrock of democracy, a principle that ensures all members of a society, regardless of their power or status, are...

Sam Wilks
Feb 10, 20244 min read


The Benefits of Community Service in Reducing Recidivism
In examining the effectiveness of penal systems and rehabilitation strategies, a crucial factor often emerges the role of community...

Sam Wilks
Feb 10, 20243 min read
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