Politics at Lunchtime
Our popular Politics at Lunchtime courses offer short classes discussing issues of local, national and international politics. Be informed and stay informed with WEA.
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Political Manipulation - how is it done and how do we protect ourselves?
<p>In a democracy politicians work with the public to get things done. Sometimes the general public are enthusiastic supporters and sometimes they are reluctant travellers. Unlike autocracies, they
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China's Economic Reset: What does it mean for Australia?
<p>China’s economy is being battered by multiple headwinds - a property market correction, growing trade tensions with the US and other Western countries, and demographic decline. With so much of
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Madeleine Albright - The diplomatic & political power of jewellery
<p>Madeleine Albright was the first female Secretary of State in 1997 - the highest ranking woman in the history of the U.S. government. While serving under President Bill Clinton, first as U.S.
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Large Egos, Deadly Rivals
<p>In Australia, PM Menzies and opposition leader Evatt loathed each other as did English political colleagues Margaret Thatcher and Michael Heseltine. Discover how their large egos contributed to
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What Now for Scottish Independence?
<p>An ancient kingdom, Scotland is now part of the United Kingdom and has been ruled from London for over 300 years. The cause of Scottish independence was buoyed by devolution and the creation of the
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What Next for the American President?
<p>A review of the US election and its outcome; what does it mean for the American presidency and what does it mean for Australia? We will look briefly at the election results across the board, but
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