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FEATURE: Earth Hour International

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In March 2008, 29 global cities and 20,760 businesses dimmed their lights to participate in Earth Hour. But is it simple tokenism and guilt-tripping gimmicks, as some critics are saying, or is it much more than mere symbolism? Bonita Silva investigates.

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OPINION: Politicians' Personal Lives

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The scandals in the private lives of recently resigned Governor of New York Eliot Spitzer and newly married French President Nicolas Sarkozy epitomise the perplexities that riddle political careers and reputations. Should personal failings matter in political figures, and does it affect their ability to govern? While their judgment may not be damaged, the public should not be expected to stand for hypocritical behaviour, writes Bonita Silva.

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National Youth Week Turns 20

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National Youth Week (NYW), the largest celebration of young people in Australia, had nearly 2500 high schools and 200 universities and TAFEs joining in the celebrations from April 5th to 13th. Bonita Silva takes a look at its importance in the lives of young people, being the 20th anniversary of Youth Week held in NSW.

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AMERICAN ELECTION TRACKER: To Leave or Not to Leave.

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The truth is, Hillary Clinton just can't satisfy everyone. If she left the Democratic nominee race, she’d be branded a quitter – critics would no doubt see it as ‘proof’ that she wasn't strong enough to be President. And if she stays? She’s selfish, stubborn, and ruining Barack Obama’s chances in the ‘real’ election race against John McCain. Has Clinton's time finally run out? Bonita Silva investigates.

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SWF 2008 REVIEW: The Road to Bennelong

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Penning a political biography is no easy feat, especially when it concerns the Labor Party’s star figure, Maxine McKew. Friend and journalist, Margot Saville candidly discusses the campaign trail on the road to Bennelong. By Bonita Silva.

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AMERICAN ELECTION TRACKER: Barack's In... Now What?

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It's official – Senator Barack Obama is the presumptive nominee for the Democratic Party to face Republican John McCain in November's U.S. presidential election. Campaign slogans are being bandied about, but with the economy the number one concern of American voters, what does it all mean? BONITA SILVA reports.

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The Palin Predicament: Recklessness in an age of volatility

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Governor Sarah Palin’s installation as vice presidential candidate exhibits an increasingly desperate and reckless Republican party. By selecting a candidate for short term political purposes, the party refused to put the ‘Country First’, writes BONITA SILVA.

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