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US Navy considers Australian biofuel to power its fleet
31 January 2012
ABC AM
The US Navy wants half its fleet to be powered by alternative fuels by the end of the decade and that could prove a windfall for Australian green fuel producers. US Navy representatives are attending the US Studies Centre's forum on Sustainable Maritime Fuels in Sydney and have visited Australian fuel producers as they look for new ways to power their fleet. Listen online
GOP's first-rate foreign policy chaos
31 January 2012
The Australian
The three leading candidates in the Republican presidential race are all advocating smaller government and a powerful military but these are conflicting goals, writes Tom Switzer. Read article
US Navy plans biofuels fleet
31 January 2012
ABC Radio Australia
A US Navy plan to have half its fleet running on alternative fuels by the end of the decade may provide a boost to Australian producers. Part of the plan includes having an entire fleet of warships - dubbed the "Great Green Fleet" - running on biofuels by 2016.
Dr. Susan Pond from the United States Studies Centre says Australian biofuel producers should be ready for an increased demand. Read article
US Navy plans a Great Green Fleet by 2016
31 January 2012
ABC Radio Triple J
Claire Aird reports for Triple J's Hack program on the increased interest from the United States in Australian biofuels to help power its Great Green Fleet. Aird talks to Tom Hicks, the US Navy's deputy assistant secretary of energy. Mr Hicks was in Sydney for the Pacific 2012 International Maritime Conference, which was co-sponsered by the United States Studies Centre. Listen Online
US Navy plans "Great Green" biofuels fleet
31 January 2012
ABC News
The United States Navy plans to have half its fleet running on biofuels by the end of the decade. While visiting Australia for the Pacific 2012 International Maritime Conference, the US Navy's deputy assistant secretary of energy, Tom Hicks, said the plan was about "fundamentally changing what, where, and from whom we purchase fuel in the future." Dr. Susan Pond, who chaired a forum on sustainable maritime fuels at the conference, said Australian biofuel producers should be ready for an increase in demand. Watch online
Notes on America: State of the Union & US Naval sustainability
31 January 2012
In this edition:
- State of the Union looks to a fairer America
- US Navy talks sustainability at sea
- Election Watch 2012: Single sentence disaster
- Events and commentary Read more
Has politics finally moved beyond the personal?
28 January 2012
The Sydney Morning Herald
Newt Gingrich is back in the Republican race despite fallout from his marriages. David Smith ponders whether politics has finally moved beyond the personal. Read article
Right stuff
28 January 2012
The Canberra Times
Next week's Florida Primary is crucial for the Republican presidential aspirants but a single sentence could spell disaster, writes David Smith. Read article
Republican gift that keeps on giving
27 January 2012
The Australian
Barack Obama's State of the Union speech lacked the fireworks of the pitched battle between Newt Gingrich and Mitt Romney for the Republican presidential nomination. The speech nonetheless revealed the path he hopes will take him to re-election, writes Geoffrey Garrett. Read article
Fairness the focus of Obama's speech
25 January 2012
SBS World News
Brendon O'Connor says Obama spoke frequently about "fairness" during his State of the Union address. Obama has proposed to increase taxes for the wealthy, a direct appeal to Americans who are struggling financially. Watch online
Geoffrey Garrett analyses Obama's State of the Union address
25 January 2012
ABC 24
Geoffrey Garrett says Obama's speech was both an appeal to the American public and an indirect attack on his potential Republican presidential candidates Mitt Romney and Newt Gingrich. Watch online
Obama's state of the union
25 January 2012
ABC PM
James Fallows provides analysis of Barack Obama's State of the Union address. Obama pinpointed economic fairness as the defining issue facing Americans. Listen online
Obama tries energising US with address
25 January 2012
ABC 7.30
US President Barack Obama used his State of the Union address to try to give an optimistic view of the country as well as to outline tax, energy and foreign policy ideas. Tom Switzer provides expert analysis during this report on Obama's address. Watch online
Obama's message: fairness as patriotism
25 January 2012
The National Times
David Smith says that today's State of the Union had all the hallmarks of a typical election-year address: an exclusive focus on big campaign issues, jabs at President Barack Obama's opponents and more mentions than usual of the word "American". Read article
Reactions to Obama's State of the Union address
25 January 2012
ABC 24
Tom Switzer says the key points of Obama's State of the Union address was the economy and jobs. Watch online
Notes on America: South Carolina surprise, Election Watch launch and Blakely's storm
24 January 2012
In this edition:
- South Carolina hiccup in Republican race
- Election Watch 2012
- My Storm: The inside story of New Orleans' recovery
- Events and commentary Read more
Obama under fire over Guantanamo Bay
24 January 2012
SBS Radio
President Obama's failure to keep his promise to close the Guantanamo Bay facility has been criticised by many. Associate Professor Brendon O'Connor told Greg Dyett that President Obama has used a number of strategies, including trying to convince Australia to accept some of the detainees. Listen online
Gingrich presses the right buttons
24 January 2012
Australian Financial Review
Tom Switzer says Newt Gingrich’s astounding political comeback is largely due to his ability to spell out a populist message while doling out the ideological red meat to the conservative faithful. Tom Switzer is a research associate at the US Studies Centre.
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Gingrich capitalises on Main Street anger against Wall Street
23 January 2012
ABC TV News Breakfast
Professor Geoffrey Garrett says Newt Gingrich's success in South Carolina reflects the view by many Americans that Mitt Romney represents Wall Street - a place loathed even more than the political leadership in Washington DC. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Big picture predictions for 2012
23 January 2012
ABC Local Radio Sydney
Professor Geoffrey Garrett features in this panel discussion about predictions for the year ahead. In addition to explaining his expectations for a Romney presidential bid that will be defeated by Barack Obama in November, Garrett also considers the what lies ahead for the world economy. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Wash-up of South Carolina
22 January 2012
ABC News 24
Brendon O'Connor discusses the implications of the Newt Gingrich win in South Carolina for the Republican presidential nomination race. He tells Whitney Fitzsimmons that Newt Gingrich could be damaged by his "political skeletons" relating to his time as Speaker of the House during the 1990s, and that Rick Santorum is remaining in the race because of the unpredictability of how things will turn out for Gingrich. Brendon O'Connor is associate professor of American politics at the US Studies Centre.
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Gingrich wins South Carolina
22 January 2012
SBS World News Australia
Brendon O'Connor tells Lee Lin Chin that conservative Republican candidate Newt Gingrich has caused a major upset by winning the South Carolina Primary, but that Mitt Romney remains the man most likely to win the party nomination to take on Barack Obama. Brendon O'Connor is associate professor of American politics at the US Studies Centre.
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The aftermath of South Carolina
22 January 2012
Sky News
Following the South Carolina Republican primary, David Smith talks to Sky News about each of the remaining candidates' hopes moving forward. What should Gingrich's strategy be in Florida, how will Romney react to the loss and what can we expect from Santorum and Paul? Watch Online
A lifetime of politics, shared with a daughter
22 January 2012
The Weekend Australian
With significant references to the history of Australia-US relations, Tom Switzer reviews Letters To My Daughter by Sir Robert Menzies and Heather Henderson. Tom Switzer is a research associate at the US Studies Centre. Read article
South Carolina the latest twist
22 January 2012
Weekend Today (Channel Nine)
Dr David Smith discusses with Leila McKinnon the latest developments in the Republican presidential nomination race including Newt Gingrich's success in South Carolina, Mitt Romney's tax disclosure issue and the likelihood of a very tight race between Barack Obama and whoever wins the Republican nomination. David Smith is a lecturer in American politics and foreign policy at the US Studies Centre.
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Green and clean rules the waves
21 January 2012
The Weekend Australian
Nigel Pittaway writes about the US Navy’s massive renewable energy and alternative fuels programs which will be discussed at this week’s Sustainable Maritimes Fuels forum at the Pacific 2012 International Maritime Conference in Sydney. The forum is sponsored by the US Studies Centre. Read article
Gingrich defends his personal life in South Carolina
20 January 2012
Sky News
Newt Gingrich has hit back at the moderator of a televised debate for the remaining nominees for the Republican presidential candidature after he asked a question about Gingrich's personal life. Tom Switzer discusses it's impact, Gingrich's chances in South Carolina and his predicitions for the primary season. Watch Online
South Carolina primary: can a divided Republican house unite around Romney?
20 January 2012
The Conversation
Tom Switzer examines how a Mormon from the liberal north-east of America could be the front-runner to win the primary in South Carolina, a southern state with strong conservative and evangelical leanings. Read article
Wikipedia blackout
18 January 2012
ABC Local Radio Sydney
Dr David Smith tells Simon Marnie that the proposed anti-piracy legislation being considered in the United States would not likely spell the end for sites like Wikipedia, but that the rise of the internet has created copyright issues the media industry and legislators did not see coming. David Smith is a lecturer in American politics and foreign policy at the US Studies Centre. Listen Online
Energy efficiency paves way to a low-carbon future, but barriers persist
17 January 2012
Stanford University News
Featuring in this report on an energy efficiency conference held in California are US Studies Centre adjunct professors Robert Hill and Howard Bamsey. The conference forms part of G'Day USA Australia Week, a series of events focused on strengthening business, innovation and cultural ties between the United States and Australia.
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Notes on America: Primaries update, G'Day USA and shortlists
17 January 2012
In this edition:
- Romney leads early Republican race
- US Studies Centre says G'Day USA for 2012
- Historian shortlisted for PM's prize
- Events and commentary Read more
Politics of 2012 election reflect America's cultural crisis: expert
17 January 2012
ABC Local Radio Sydney
Tom Switzer discusses the politics of the 2012 US presidential election with Philip Clark, noting that the Republican nomination race is failing to produce a strong contender to President Obama who is himself vulnerable. Switzer adds the uncertain political climate is symptomatic of a "cultural crisis" being felt across America. Tom Switzer is a research associate at the US Studies Centre.
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Paul is a prophet deserving honour in warning on America's limits
17 January 2012
The Sydney Morning Herald
Tom Switzer says Ron Paul's most endearing quality is that he has sincere beliefs - support for social tolerance, free-market capitalism and a healthy scepticism towards foreign military adventurism - and he is not afraid to yell them out. He adds that this sets him apart from the pack in this age of focus groups and media spin.
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US-China implications of Taiwan election result
16 January 2012
ABC TV News Breakfast
Tom Switzer says the re-election of Taiwanese President Ma Yingjeou will assist efforts to maintain peaceful relations between Taiwan and Mainland China. He adds that the United States has for a number of decades watched this relationship closely and continues to be a potential 'hot button' for regional tensions. Tom Switzer is a research associate at the US Studies Centre. Watch Online
Michelle Obama and election 2012
13 January 2012
Radio 2GB Sydney
Following Michelle Obama's decision to join Twitter recently, Brendon O'Connor discusses how her personality and public profile are likely to be a bigger part of this year's presidential election than in Barack Obama's 2008 campaign. Brendon O'Connor is associate professor of American politics at the US Studies Centre. Listen Online
'Slasher' Ron Paul in for the long haul
13 January 2012
The Weekend Australian
Featuring in this article about presidential candidate Ron Paul by Adam Creighton are the US Studies Centre's Brendon O'Connor and David Smith. O'Connor and Smith each remark on key aspects of Ron Paul's policy stance.
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Armchair guide to the US primaries
12 January 2012
The Australian
The US Studies Centre's Associate Professor Brendon O'Connor and Dr David Smith feature in this video explaining the Republican primaries and the remaining field of candidates seeking their party's nomination.
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Conservative voters looking for best leader for the economy
11 January 2012
Sky News Business Channel
Featuring in this panel discussion is Tom Switzer who says Republican voters want to see a leader who can create growth while restraining and reforming government spending. Tom Switzer is a research associate at the US Studies Centre.
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Show moves to South Carolina
11 January 2012
Sky News
Brendon O'Connor provides a sweeping overview of the main candidates, issues and possibilities at the conclusion of the Republican Primary in New Hampshire. O'Connor says the upcoming vote in South Carolina will be the biggest moment yet of the Republican contest. Brendon O'Connor is associate professor of American politics at the US Studies Centre.
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Romney remains man most likely
11 January 2012
ABC News 24
Professor Geoffrey Garrett tells Joe O'Brien that a Romney win in South Carolina and Florida in the remaining January Primaries would seal his place as the Republican candidate to take on Barack Obama in November. He adds that Ron Paul could greatly reduce Romney's chances at taking the White House if Paul decides to run independently. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Professor James Fallows discusses the Republican candidate race
11 January 2012
ABC TV 7.30
Professor James Fallows says the sooner the choosing of a Republican presidential candidate can be put beyond doubt, the better that person's chances are to beat Barack Obama in November. He adds that the Obama administration will be the main beneficiary if the Republicans continue their infighting over several more months. James Fallows is national correspondent for The Atlantic and chair in US media at the US Studies Centre.
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Conservative disunity helps Romney stay on top
11 January 2012
ABC News 24
Tom Switzer tells Kim Landers that the failure of conservative Republicans to rally around a credible alternative to Mitt Romney is most likely going to result in a Romeny versus Obama battle for the White House this year. Tom Switzer is a research associate at the US Studies Centre.
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The Eagle Down Under
11 January 2012
China US Focus (online)
Associate Professor James Curran examines the state of the alliance between America and Australia following the historic visit to Canberra and Darwin by US President Barck Obama. James Curran is a senior lecturer with the US Studies Centre.
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Romney makes history in New Hampshire
11 January 2012
ABC Radio PM
Professor Geoffrey Garrett says the problem for Mitt Romney is that mainstream Republicans still don't like him very much, which is why people like Newt Gingrich continue to attack him with such vitriol. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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What lies ahead in the Republican race
11 January 2012
SBS World News Australia
Dr Harry Melkonian tells Janice Petersen that voters in South Carolina are likely to support Mitt Romney more than they did four years ago because they want to see a Republican in the White House and he is the biggest threat to Barack Obama. Dr Melkonian is a lecturer at the US Studies Centre. Watch Online
'Rank and file' support remains elusive for frontrunner
11 January 2012
ABC TV News Breakfast
Tom Switzer says that despite being victorious in New Hampshire, Mitt Romney will be uneasy with the lack of enthusiasm amongst many "rank and file" Republican voters. Tom Switzer is a research associate at the US Studies Centre.
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New Hampshire Primary discussed
11 January 2012
ABC NewsRadio
Professor James Fallows discusses the key political aspects of the Republican Party's New Hampshire Primary vote, including why Mitt Romney is the favourite, the implications of the results for the rest of the field and what we can expect when things move to South Carolina. James Fallows is national correspondent for The Atlantic and chair in US media at the US Studies Centre.
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Republicans need to consider two different races this year
9 January 2012
ABC Local Radio Sydney
Tom Switzer says that to make it to the White House this year's Republican presidential candidates need to first win over enough conservatives to gain their party's nomination and then turnaround and win over the more liberal-minded swing voters to defeat Barack Obama.
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Republican candidates discussed
9 January 2012
ABC TV The Drum
Featuring in this panel discussion is Tom Switzer who says that Mitt Romney's best hope of becoming president will be the backlash vote against Obama by swing voters. Tom Switzer is a research associate at the US Studies Centre.
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Republican race moves to New Hampshire
9 January 2012
ABC News Radio
John Barron reports on the latest news from New Hampshire, the location of this week's Primary vote for the Republican presidential nomination. John Barron is a research associate with the US Studies Centre. Listen online
India holds the key to balancing power in Asia
7 January 2012
The Sydney Morning Herald
With the simultaneous rise of China and India and the intersection of their interests, C. Raja Mohan says the US has begun to recognise the importance of developing an integrated strategy towards the east and south Asian regions. This is an edited extract from his essay in the latest edition of American Review published by the US Studies Centre. Read article
US Defence budget cuts examined
6 January 2012
ABC TV 7.30
Professor Geoffrey Garrett tells Chris Uhlmann that President Obama's announcement of cuts to the defence budget is much less of a story than is the repositioning of the United States military toward the Asia-Pacific. Also discussed is the ever-topical US-China relationship and where Australia fits into the picture.
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Romney's weaknesses
5 January 2012
Melbourne Talk Radio
Tom Switzer points out the elements of Mitt Romney's political persona that have seen many in the Republican Party feel lukewarm about his candidacy. Also discussed is the success of both Rick Santorum and Ron Paul in the Iowa Caucuses. Tom Switzer is a research associate at the US Studies Centre.
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Republican race moves to New Hampshire, Romney leads
5 January 2012
ABC Radio PM
Professor Geoffrey Garrett tells Brendan Trembath that the biggest winner from the Iowa Caucuses was Barack Obama because the Republican Party is failing to provide a clear united voice from their side of politics at a time when the President is at his most vulnerable. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre. Listen online
US politics explained
5 January 2012
ABC Local Radio Brisbane
To help make sense of the media frenzy surrounding the Republican presidential nomination race, Brendon O'Connor explains to Stacey Milner the end-to-end process of a presidential candidate's journey to the highest office in the land. Brendon O'Connor is associate professor of American politics at the US Studies Centre.
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John McCain endorses Mitt Romney
5 January 2012
ABC TV News Breakfast
Dr Harry Melkonian comments on the political implications of the endorsement of Mitt Romney by former Republican presidential candidate Senator John McCain. Dr Melkonian is a lecturer at the US Studies Centre.
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State of play in Republican race
5 January 2012
ABC Radio National
Professor Geoffrey Garrett provides an incisive summary into what the Iowa Caucus result means for each of the remaining leading contenders for the Republican presidential nomination. Garrett says that while Mitt Romney remains the most likely winner there are many obstacles in his way - not least a clever and angry Newt Gingrich. Professor Garrett is chief executive of the US Studies Centre.
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Analysis of Iowa Caucuses
5 January 2012
ABC News
ABC broadcaster and US Studies Centre research associate John Barron is in Iowa covering the Republican caucuses taking place there.
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Iowa result examined
4 January 2012
ABC News 24
Dr David Smith tells Scott Bevan that Rick Santorum was the big surprise of the Iowa Caucuses and that he is the latest conservative candidate to win favour with voters. Also discussed is the significance of the Iowa vote to the process of selecting the Republican Party's presidential candidate and how significant religion might be in who wins the nomination. David Smith is a lecturer in American politics and foreign policy at the US Studies Centre.
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Santorum surge 'incredible': expert
4 January 2012
SBS World News Australia
In the leading story of this news bulletin Brendon O'Connor says even a month ago the prospect of Rick Santorum winning in Iowa was not considered a possibility, and discusses what the result could mean for the Republican presidential nomination race. Brendon O'Connor is associate professor of American politics at the US Studies Centre.
Meet the people who help pick presidents
3 January 2012
ABC News Online
Siobhan Heanue reports on the attitudes of the everyday people of Iowa who receive special attention from the array of presidential hopefuls who come to their state every four years to kick off the presidential race in earnest. Siobhan Heanue was recently in the United States as 2011 US Studies Centre World Press Institute fellow.
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And they're off...
3 January 2012
ABC News 24
With the Iowa Caucus kicking off the race to the White House for 2012, Brendon O'Connor talks to ABC News 24 about each of the candidates still in the race and what the results in Iowa mean for the rest of the nation. Watch Online
Obama still on the ropes
3 January 2012
The Age
Despite the current lack of a convincing Republican presidential candidate, Tom Switzer argues that President Obama's prospects of re-election are perilous. Tom Switzer is a research associate at the US Studies Centre.
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