Donald Trump

The Kremlin’s propaganda undermines democratic discourse in New Zealand, as Trump defenders echo Russian narratives. This threatens Western security and illustrates the decline of conservative principles in politics.

US President Trump’s historic call with Putin marks a dramatic shift in global security, effectively abandoning Ukraine, undermining Western alliances, and heralding the end of the postwar international order.

Donald Trump’s victory reflects voter frustrations, but his economic plans risk worsening deficits and tariffs, threatening global trade and America’s fiscal health.

After Donald Trump’s potential assassination, the Republican National Convention saw his surprising pick for running mate, JD Vance, signaling potential strain in trans-Atlantic relations.

Healing US politics will be a tough challenge for Biden. If he wants an easier task, he should try healing trans-Atlantic relations first. After all, most European leaders want him to succeed so they can rule out a return to the frostiness of Trump.

In Homer’s Odyssey, the hero is eventually saved and returns home. For the US, a return to long-term economic and political stability is a long way in the future.

New Zealand’s political system is not perfect. But, unlike the US, we need not be ashamed of our democratic culture.

Clinical research has found that a doctor’s reassurance promotes health outcomes and healing. With central banks, it is the same.