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Since its formation in 1976, the Centre for Independent Studies has conducted wide ranging research into economics, social policy, law, government and foreign affairs. Our overall research agenda is set by our Executive Director, in consultation with research staff. As an independent think tank, we do not undertake any research on request.

The Modern Mask of Socialism
Antonio MartinoOctober 1, 1998OP66

After the fall of the Berlin Wall and the end of the Cold War, many...

Rear Vision on Trade Policy: Wrong Way, Go Forward
Ron DuncanSeptember 25, 1998IA5

Pig farmers seeking to stop imports of pork into Australia are standing candidates in 15...

The Last Refuge: Hard and Soft Hansonism in Contemporary Australian Politics
Chandran KukathasSeptember 21, 1998IA4

The arrival of Pauline Hanson's One Nation on the Australian political scene has been the...

Tax Injustice: Keeping the Family Cap-in-Hand
Lucy SullivanJuly 10, 1998IA3

There is a growing awareness of financial pressure on the family, together with anomalies in...

Equal Pay for Work of Equal Value: Moving Toward, Or Away From, Wage Justice for Women?
Helen HughesJune 26, 1998IA2

Equal pay for equal work initiatives in the 1970s gave Australia a lead in closing...

Open for Business? Australian Interests and the OECD’s Multilateral Agreement on Investment (MAI)
Wolfgang KasperApril 17, 1998IA1

This first Issue Analysis deals with the OECD’s Multilateral Agreement on Investment (MAI) which the...

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