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The recent U.S. presidential election was the most significant political event of the year, globally speaking. In truth, the events of November 5th may have far greater historical significance. They potentially signal the end of an interim period between eras defined by globalism on the one hand and greater national sovereignty on the other. In this brief post I consider some of the more meta-political, geostrategic implications of Trump’s victory. There are many signs that the age of globalism is over and a new multipolar world order is coming into being. The world is changing fast. It is vital for governments, businesses and individuals alike to understand just how, in order not just to protect themselves from adverse risk but to also lay the groundwork for success in the years ahead.

The future of the Progressive Forum in Parliament is at a juncture. Can it mobilize a coalition strong enough to push bold policies on climate, social justice, and economic reform? The next few months will be crucial. Will it reshape our legislative priorities towards a brighter future?#ProgressivePolitics #Parliament 

The Northern Territory's political landscape is marked by a stark contrast between local governance's pragmatic approach and the idealism of broader political movements. The Country Liberal Party (CLP) and local independents, often seen as outdated or conservative, prioritize economic freedom, personal responsibility, and minimal government intervention for long-term prosperity. However, their policies have evolved, shifting towards more progressive ideals like greater regulation and mandatory sentencing. On the other hand, the NT Labor Party, Greens Party, New Teal Independents, and local independents advocate for social justice, environmental sustainability, and equity. These policies often lead to unintended consequences, such as pursuing large-scale renewable energy projects without considering the economic realities of remote communities or waste produced. The debate over land use and environmental policy also highlights this ideological divide. The Greens and Teal Independents champion strict environmental protections, often at the expense of economic development, while the CLP and local independents favor a balanced approach. This ideological clash is not unique to the Northern Territory but is present across Australia. In Victoria and New South Wales, extensive social welfare programs and aggressive climate policies have led to budgetary strains, debt, and economic disruptions, particularly for working-class communities. Western Australia has maintained a pragmatic approach, resulting in sustained economic growth and lower unemployment rates. Local independents play a crucial role in bridging the gap between these extremes, focusing on practical solutions rather than ideological purity. This clash will continue to shape the future of the Northern Territory and Australia as a whole. #Politics #pragmatism #idealism #NTElection2024

Politics impacts policy - sounds obvious right? But beyond party ideology, what are the other factors that affect what and how legislation gets made? We used the Overton Index to understand more 👉 https://bit.ly/4cIhkSJ Check out our latest blog, penned by Kat Hart

Distant futures are the basis for political hope today and the motivation for deferring the gratification of immediate political goals. Take the future out of democratic politics and elections turn into civil wars with ballots or a never-ending crisis management, Ivan Krastev and Leonard Benardo write.

Here is an excellent article written by Laura Tingle, one of Australia's most insightful political Journalists. What does the US Election mean for Australia? I will come back to this later with my thoughts.

Today is polling day in the UK and one thing is certain, regardless of what the media and polls are telling us about 'landslide victories', we need CHANGE. However, despite voting Labour most of my life, the current party seem more like #ToryLite and seem to offer very little in the way of real change. In my opinion it's not so much Labour winning the election, but about the Tories losing it after 14 years of lies, corruption and misogyny. For this reason, I will be voting #Independent today, because I believe the heart of this country's governmental problems is whip-controlled party politics. I also believe far too many people vote for some London-based figurehead, rather than the person who will best represent their local constituency. Think #LOCAL and who will fight for funding for your area, think local environmental issues, think local representation at central government level and then make the right choice. #IndependentsDay - July 4th. Against all the odds, it can happen.

🔍 New Article: How Will the U.S. Election Impact Latin America and the Caribbean? As the 2024 U.S. election approaches, the future of U.S.-Latin American relations hangs in the balance. Whether it’s Kamala Harris building on existing policies or Donald Trump bringing back his “America First” strategy, the impact on the region could be profound. This article by Scott MacDonald and Georges Fauriol explores what each potential administration could mean for the region's political and economic landscape. 🔗 Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/es_5tXtz

Donald Trump won the elections! His strong focus on economic success has confirmed for us that we need to redefine what this success actually means. Whilst we understand that economic prosperity will provide much relief to those who have voted for him, a humane economy asks us to go further. To move beyond profits to create real value for all stakeholders - employees, customers, communities, and the environment. It’s about businesses that don’t just do well but also do good. Read further in our blog by Judith Haupt which was also published as an article in the Sunday Times a week ago: https://lnkd.in/deufuXJU Judith Haupt #CONTRACTSA #HumaneEconomy #ResponsibleCapitalism #Sustainability

The election is the strangest I have ever known but in many ways unsurprising given the level of anger, distress, etc. people feel after 14+ years of neoliberal disaster. I had always supported proportion representation until the arrogantly presented Brexit referendum and the recent happenings in France which have made me think deeply about how we best repair democracy. The biggest issue for me is the climate emergency and our interconnected nature, social, economic, health, and other issues. Most politicians still address too much via ministerial silos. I had hoped our current govt would have learnt from their colleagues in Mark Drakeford's Welsh Labour govt who bravely set up a Climate ministry which brought together most of the key areas. Sadly this has been lost in the current troubled administration. Those of us who would like to see a joined up connected community/citizen led approach to our urgent interconnected crises must work together urgently at local level. Most of us realise that climate , economic & societal solutions are best driven from the grassroots where there are already thousands of exciting projects delivering exciting innovative outcomes locally.. So no time to waste . Rupert Read Jon Alexander Adam Lent Climate Majority Project https://lnkd.in/eUzXzyCB