Josh Thomason
Josh is a student at Deakin University and an aspiring journalist & author. He has an interest in political theory as well as international and domestic policy.
You can find him blogging about politics and news at http://www.wristwatchesareneat.com and his Twitter, @jakalope242
Articles by Josh Thomason
Massacres are not only a first world problem
Empathy is the single most important human emotion. Thankfully, there has been a great outpouring of empathy towards the victims…... Read more
Counterpunch: Romney would be a dangerous leader
Mitt Romney should not be president, period. To suggest so is to flagrantly ignore the long list of gaffes, missteps,…... Read more
Counterpunch: I just want to help, don’t call me a charasite
Student, young, idealistic, political. In need of money. The stereotype works against me, because it was for these reasons that…... Read more
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The Punch is moving house
Good morning Punchers. After four years of excellent fun and great conversation, this is the final post…
Will Pope Francis have the vision to tackle this?
I have had some close calls, one that involved what looked to me like an AK47 pointed my way, followed…
Advocating risk management is not “victim blaming”
In a world in which there are still people who subscribe to the vile notion that certain victims of sexual…
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From: Hasbro, go straight to gaol, do not pass go
Tim says:
They should update other things in the game too. Instead of a get out of jail free card, they should have a Dodgy Lawyer card that not only gets you out of jail straight away but also gives you a fat payout in compensation for daring to arrest you in the first place. Instead of getting a hotel when you… [read more]From: A guide to summer festivals especially if you wouldn’t go
Kel says:
If you want a festival for older people or for families alike, get amongst the respectable punters at Bluesfest. A truly amazing festival experience to be had of ALL AGES. And all the young "festivalgoers" usually write themselves off on the first night, only to never hear from them again the rest of… [read more]Gentle jabs to the ribs
Superman needs saving
Can somebody please save Superman? He seems to be going through a bit of a crisis. Eighteen months ago,… Read more
