The Greens' have chosen a candidate for the Higgins federal by-election who is rabidly pro-censorship of the internet - directly contrary to the Greens' stance on the issue, so that they appear to be adopting the rubbery principles of other political parties. This month also sees wide-ranging abuses across most states and federally of liberties and rights...even as the government considers a major Human Rights Consultation Committee report.

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As refugees lead the news cycle, it's time to consider a seminal UN report just released and with Down Under connections, on the subject of migration around the world. The November newsletter airs bullying in all its forms - by ministers, politicians, police and prison officials - and highlights criticism by a state Chief Justice of over-the-top, law-and-order campaigners.

Internationally, a move for secret inquests causes outrage in the UK, while the USA is developing a heat ray to use on civilians.

Other issues covered include:

• Palm Island inquest about to re-open
• Govt must consult to end NT discrimination
• Freedom of non-belief to get a rare airing
• Lawyer calls for stun guns to be scrapped
• 'Inappropriate' politicians' comments criticised
• Police bullies cost NSW $40,000 compensation
• Australia Post becomes 'Big Brother' network hub
• CIA buys social media monitoring firm
• Japan frees innocent man after 17 years in jail
• Prisoners get earlier release to save community funds

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