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They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning,
We will remember them.
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Mannkal's e-Focus
Greetings!, Mannkal was pleased to host the launch of, A Libertarian Primer for Future Leaders of Western Australia, compiled by Mannkal's Advisory Council Member and Canadian Research Fellow, Andrew Pickford. This publication will be used to help educate Mannkal interns about the rich tradition of liberty and libertarian ideas in Western Australia. It will also provide information on some of the key thinkers and leaders who have shaped the contemporary free-market movement. Most importantly, it will serve as a useful tool for Mannkal's outbound interns, assisting them to navigate through their international intern experiences. The launch was an overwhelming success with some attendees declaring it to be "Mannkal's best event yet!" Past and present Mannkal Scholars, members of Mannkal's Board of Directors and an array of fresh interested students attended the launch. It signified the passing of the baton to the next generation who will not only update the publication but write the next chapter in the story.  Libertarian Primer Launch To access the Libertarian Primer, please click here. Please feel free to forward this email or any of this material to your own contacts. To subscribe to this publication, please click here (for new subscribers only). Ron's regular Mannerisms this month (please scroll to the end) considers the issue, "Western Australia Revitalized?"  George Bowen CEO |
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Quote of the Month
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"The first panacea of a mismanaged government is inflation of the currency. The second is war. Both bring a temporary prosperity; both bring more permanent ruin."
- Hemingway
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CLIMATE CHANGE: The Dangerous Delusion
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The Institute of Public Affairs is welcoming Dr Patrick Michaels of the Cato Institute tomorrow evening at the Hyatt Regency to discuss his book, Climate of Extremes: Global Warming Science They Don't Want You to Know. To confirm your attendance, please RSVP to Sarah Wilson at swilson@ipa.org.au or on 03 9600 4744. Attendance is free for all Mannkal supporters!
For more information, check out the event flyer here.
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The Mont Pelerin Society Essay Contest
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The Essay Contest is open to all individuals 35 years old or younger. First, second and third prizes include a cash award ($2,500 for 1st prize) and travel grant! For more details, please click here.
This year's essay topic is:
Why is recognition of human ignorance an important starting point for Hayek? To what degree is human liberty important for the progress of civilisation? Can the pretense of knowledge, independent of experience, mislead decision-making?
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Read all about it!
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Australia tops the first-ever Global Youth Wellbeing Index
Representing about 70% of the world's youth, the Global Youth Wellbeing Index looked at citizen participation, economic opportunity, education, health, information and communications technology, and safety and security to rank Australia number 1 for youth wellbeing across the world! More > > >
Atlas Network President Wins Freedom Award!
Mannkal, as part of the Atlas Network, extends its congratulations to Atlas President Alex Chafuen on his recognition with this honour, which recognises individuals who have devoted their lives to the preservation and expansion of freedom and been outspoken voices against tyranny and oppression in the world and national affairs. Please click here to read on!
The American Decline of the Rule of Law
In the Cato Institute's Regulation Magazine, George Leef reviews "The American Illness: Essays on the Rule of Law" revealing the decline of America's once strong and globally envied, rule of law. More > > >
Human Rights on a Global Scale
With an increasingly globally integrated world, international law has arisen as a central concern. Accountability mechanisms for states and international organisations, particularly in the area of human rights, are in a state of confusion. In 2012, the African Court on Human and Peoples' rights handed down a decision reinforcing the elevation of state sovereignty over individual human rights. Check out Femi Falana v The African Union to see how individual liberty is still being constrained in the international community. Therefore, is international law itself a threat to human rights?
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Look Who's Talking
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Naomi Brockwell on Stossel
Naomi Brockwell, Mannkal's Advisory Council member situated in New York, recently appeared on Stossel to discuss the digital phenomenon, Bitcoin and its implications on online gambling, personal liberty and freedom of speech. To hear from Naomi on this modern day controversial issue, please click here and scroll to the 21:21 minute mark.
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Upcoming Events
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Freedom to Choose: 25 July 2014
The University of Notre Dame, in conjunction with Mannkal, will be hosting the annual Freedom to Choose conference later this year. For more details, please click here.
History of Economic Thought Society of Australia Conference: 11 July 2014
Mannkal will be sending a number of interested students to attend the annual HETSA Conference in Auckland this year. For more information, please click here.
Samuel Griffith Society Conference: 22-24 August 2014
The annual Samuel Griffith Society Conference will be held in Melbourne this year at Mercure Melbourne Treasury Gardens. Mannkal is pleased to announce that it will be sending a number of students to attend the conference free of charge.
To apply to attend any of the conferences listed above, please email you resume, statement of academic record, and a one page cover letter outlining your interest in attending to scholars@mannkal.org. Registration and travel to and from conferences will be provided by Mannkal through Western Australian universities.
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Mannkal's Scholarships!
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Mannkal will be sending a number of bright talented undergraduate students to attend renowned international think-tanks across the globe this winter break. For details about these scholarships, please check out Mannkal's latest edition of
Mannkal's Musings, a link to which is provided above.
For answers to any queries, please contact Mannkal's Scholarships Coordinator, Becky Vidler ( scholars@mannkal.org).
Australian Libertarian Society Friedman Conference: 3-4 May 2014
The 2nd ALS Friedman Conference will be held in Sydney this year from 3-4 May. It is a two-day extravaganza hosting international guest speakers including Dr Pat Michaels from the Cato Institute in Washington DC and "skeptic lawyer" Helen Dale from the United Kingdom. A host of eminent Australian guest speakers will also be in attendance. Mannkal is pleased to announce that it will be sending UWA students,
Ahmed Suliman and Isabella Hancock to attend the Conference this year. Make sure you keep a look out for next month's e-Focus to hear our Scholars' experiences from the Conference!
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