Author(s): Andrew Blyth (Editor); John Howard

Politics

This book captures John Howard's 1989 columns from The Australian, providing a glimpse into the evolving events of the time. With political insights and engaging commentary, Howard discusses economic uncertainty, international developments, and his passion for sports. Addressing topics such as high interest rates, national debt, Eastern Europe, apartheid, China's unrest, and Japan's rise, Howard's columns showcase his beliefs and commitment to political reform. These writings foreshadow the policies he would later adopt as he ascended to power in 1996. Offering a time capsule of the 1980s, this book is a compelling collection of Howard's astute observations and policy prescriptions.