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Jamie McIntyre’s Analysis of the New England Election Results

Original article by Jamie McIntyre published in 21st Century News. There is a saying in trading: “Don’t go against the trend, the trend is your friend”. This means that the trend politically around the country and even more so in New England was a huge move away from Labor and Independents and towards the Coalition […]

The Future of Australian Economy in Jeopardy With Government Attacks on Small Businesses

Original article by Jamie McIntyre published in 21st Century News. Local businesses should be given the opportunity to grow as small business is the engine room of an economy. Helping small to medium businesses expand and grow will help create more jobs and profits for local regions. As an entrepreneur I recognise the significance of […]

Is Rudd Good For Australia Even if he Failed as a Prime Minister?

Australia could in fact be better off if ex Prime Minister Kevin Rudd is brought back as the leader of the Labor party, despite the fact that Labor is still not likely to win the election. Hypothetically, if Mr Rudd is in power again, he will seek revenge against those who removed him undemocratically from […]

Will Australia Benefit by Turning Northern Australia Into a Special Economic Zone?

The vision to develop Northern Australia and the opposition’s consideration to implement those plans is an essential step towards the economic progress of the country. Northern Australia is a perfect spot for an economic zone to boost Australia’s wealth. The idea of utilising an economic zone to boost a country’s prosperity is nothing new and […]

‘Ways to Improve Australia #2: Government Spending Should be Removed From the Control of Politicians’

Australia needs an Independent Board such as the Reserve Bank Board to oversee government spending. I strongly feel of all the 101 Ways To Improve Australia I have listed in this book, this is perhaps the simplest and most effective way to improve Australia. Why leave something as important as government spending in the hands […]

Tired of All the Washington Gridlock and Congress Bashing? We\’re Going to DC to Do Something About It!

How important is collaboration and cooperation in your life? Even more crucial than you realize! And that means personally, professionally, and even politically. “Working together” must start at the very top, with our leaders in Washington, where conflicts, one-upmanship and special interests must be replaced by a movement of collaboration. THAT is what will ultimately […]

‘Ways to Improve Australia #1: Create a New Political System

The creation of a new political system is a radical concept, but why have political parties at all? Do our current political parties really serve the citizens’ interest in the most effective way? Why not have elections or referendums based on policies, not parties. I mean, do we agree with all the policies of our […]

The Selling of a President

There are many things online businesses can learn from the recent American Presidential election and you don’t have to be an American to appreciate their significance. Presidential elections are exercises in marketing big ideas, and big ideas are the key to marketing success. After all is said and done the 2012 US Presidential election boiled […]

ASIC Chief is Doing a Good Job by Jamie McIntyre

I think Greg Medcraft, who’s been head of Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) for the last year, has done a good job compared to his predecessors. Regulators should work cooperatively with the industry to better regulate industries they oversee. A collaborative approach always works better, and gains the respect of the relevant industries. Especially […]

Does Australia Need a New Political Force? By Jamie McIntyre

According to a recent article in the Australian Financial Review, if an election was held now and voting wasn’t compulsory there would be record low voter turnout because on the whole, Australians aren’t happy with our current political leaders and choices. As shown in the Queensland election, Labor voters have deserted their party in droves […]