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David Miller Online. Why NZ Will Stay Nuclear Free

Tuesday, 8 October 2002, 9:38 am | David Miller

Maybe it is the approaching 20th anniversary marking New Zealand’s first steps to becoming nuclear free, or maybe simply opposition parties' belief that they can get some mileage out of it, but the issue of nuclear power is back in the spotlight again. More >>

David Miller Online: Why War in Iraq is Inevitable

Tuesday, 1 October 2002, 8:31 am | David Miller

At face value, the announcement that Iraqi government officials will be meeting with United Nations weapons inspectors in Vienna this week to discuss their possible return is a positive sign. More >>

The Problems in Overcoming Youth Drinking

Tuesday, 24 September 2002, 8:47 am | David Miller

The announcement by the government that it is undertaking another review of the liquor laws is a step in the right direction towards alleviating the problems associated with youth binge drinking and alcoholism. More >>

Could Iraq be the United Nations’ Finest Hour?

Tuesday, 17 September 2002, 7:50 am | David Miller

Over the past decade there have been serious questions raised as to the effectiveness of the United Nations when it comes to dealing with conflict. Situations such as Bosnia, Angola and Somalia have all indicated that the UN was struggling not only ... More >>

David Miller Online. What Came of September 11?

Tuesday, 10 September 2002, 9:12 am | David Miller

It is hard to believe that it is a year since the terrorist attacks on the United States. When one watches the images of those hijacked planes hitting the World Trade Centre it feels like it happened just yesterday. More >>

David Miller: What Will the Earth Summit Deliver?

Tuesday, 3 September 2002, 9:10 am | David Miller

It is unfortunate, but not surprising, that a dark cloud is hanging over the World Summit on Sustainable Development taking place in Johannesburg, even as the World’s leaders arrive there. More >>

David Miller: Al-Qaeda Deals the US Another Blow

Tuesday, 27 August 2002, 7:57 am | David Miller

The discovery of a large archive of video footage in the remains of an al-Qaeda training camp could not have come at a worst time for the United States. For one thing, the first anniversary of the September 11 attacks is only a few weeks away. Given that ... More >>

David Miller Online: Why Russia Will Save Saddam

Tuesday, 20 August 2002, 9:55 am | David Miller

The United States’ war on terrorism has just hit a major hurdle - one which may prove its undoing. This week Russia announced that it is set to sign an economic and trade cooperation agreement with Iraq. More >>

David Miller: There Must be Caution Over Iraq

Tuesday, 13 August 2002, 9:13 am | David Miller

Throughout his term in office, George W. Bush has made no secret of his desire to topple Saddam Hussein. Mr. Bush’s motives are open to debate with his supporters claiming Saddam continues to manufacture weapons of mass destruction and poses a ... More >>

David Miller: Why Asia is the US’s Real Problem

Tuesday, 6 August 2002, 9:13 am | David Miller

At a time when the US is concerned with forcing a change of leadership in Iraq and trying to find a solution to the Middle East conflict, its volatile relationship with China has once again come under the spotlight. Already this week, tension has ... More >>

David Miller: Where to From Here?

Tuesday, 30 July 2002, 9:28 am | David Miller

If you were worried about the course of the next parliament during the campaign then you should be most fearful now. More >>

David Miller: Its Time For Tougher Sentencing

Tuesday, 23 July 2002, 9:40 am | David Miller

Although I have never regarded myself as an ACT supporter, this week I find myself agreeing with Richard Prebble that the 17-year prison sentence handed down to Ese Junior Falelaii for double murder was a disgrace. Both these crimes were callous ... More >>

David Miller: Censorship Must Be Stopped

Tuesday, 16 July 2002, 9:42 am | David Miller

The decision by the President of Film and Literature Board of Review to allow the screening of the controversial films, The Piano Teacher and Y tu mamá también at the New Zealand Film Festival last week was the correct one. More >>

David Miller: The Election and Education

Tuesday, 9 July 2002, 9:58 am | David Miller

I first applied for my student loan back in the ‘old days’. The reason I say ‘old days’ is because that’s what they where. You simply filled in all the forms on the day of enrolment, received your password and the free phone number and away you went. ... More >>

David Miller: Peace On The Korean Peninsula?

Tuesday, 2 July 2002, 9:43 am | David Miller

The timing of the North Korean attack on a South Korean naval vessel this week was no coincidence. With South Korea co-hosting the World Cup, the world’s attention has been focused not only on its team but also on the nation and the people themselves. ... More >>

David Miller: Israel’s Security Wall?

Tuesday, 25 June 2002, 9:31 am | David Miller

Is this new policy of physically dividing Jew from Arab simply a statement by the Israeli government that it cannot prevent Palestinian suicide attacks despite its powerful military? In other words, is this wall a symbol of failure? More >>

David Miller: Arise, Sir Mick

Tuesday, 18 June 2002, 9:29 am | David Miller

As a fan of the Rolling Stones, I am pleased to see that Mick Jagger has finally received his knighthood, although not everyone is so thrilled to see the man who is one of the greatest performers in rock honoured. More >>

David Miller: Has Yasser Arafat Had His Time?

Tuesday, 11 June 2002, 10:09 am | David Miller

It is not surprising that the announcement made by Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat that he has trimmed down his cabinet has been treated with scepticism. The Palestinian leadership is heralding the reduction, claiming that it paves the way for reform ... More >>

David Miller Online: Is the Empire Striking Back?

Tuesday, 4 June 2002, 8:38 am | David Miller

In a year that has seen the death of her mother and sister, Queen Elizabeth II finally has something to cheer about. 2002 is after all he Golden Jubilee and after making it perfectly clear in her speech to Parliament that she has no intention of relinquishing ... More >>

David Miller: Why The US Must Shake Terror's Grip

Tuesday, 28 May 2002, 9:38 am | David Miller

This weekend’s Memorial Day holiday in the United States was another illustration of that country’s frayed nerves when it comes to international terrorism. More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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