It is going to be all right. The nasty people […]

In his 7000-word critique of capitalism and how a bright young man stands ready to fix it, Treasurer Jim Chalmers lays all problems at the feet of government policies. He is so right, yet for none of the reasons he lists. His vision of government, its institutions and corporate allies directing the economy from above can only be taken as further evidence of just how deep his ignorance runs

Politicians are hailed for spending public money on worthwhile schemes even as they are condemned for increasing taxes. It is therefore unsurprising that, when new schemes are announced, they are presented as gifts from a generous government. 'Which citizens will be disadvantaged to pay for that?' is a question seldom heard