David Stanton

Hon Associate Professor, Crawford School, ANU. Interested in social policy, public admin, military history, aeronautica and archaeology. Rugby union tragic.

[Relearning Economics @RelearningEcon]

''The outstanding faults of the economic society in which we live are its failure to provide for full employment and its arbitrary and inequitable distribution of wealth and incomes.''

-John Maynard Keynes

[David Stanton @Stanton12David]

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[Archaeo - Histories @archeohistories]

In the ruins of Hattusa, once capital city of the Hittite Kingdom (1650-1180 BC), located near Boğazkale in Türkiye 🇹🇷

Within its walls, the Great Temple housed the enigmatic Hattusa Green Stone, a rare cubic block of serpentinite or nephrite (jade), that has captivated the imagination of visitors for centuries. No one knows what this stone was used for but it possibly had some religious significance, since it is located within a storeroom in a temple complex. It is often referred to as the "wish stone" by locals, who believed that thi stone possess mystical ability to grant wishes, drawing pilgrims and travelers seeking its blessings.

Hattusa, capital of the formidable Hittite Empire in ancient Anatolia, was a hub of power and culture. Hittites, known for their military prowess, skilled diplomacy, and cultural achievements, left a lasting mark on the ancient world. Their empire spanned regions of modern-day Turkey, Syria and Lebanon, showcasing their influence and organizational skills. Despite their strengths, Hittite Empire eventually succumbed to external pressures and internal conflicts, leading to its collapse around 1200 BC.

According to archeologist Andreas Schachner :

“The green stone is very different from other stones in this archaeological site and that is why it is attracting such an attention.”

Today, Hattusa Green Stone stands as a poignant symbol of the enigmatic Hittite Civilization, offering a glimpse into the beliefs and practices of this ancient culture. As a popular tourist attraction, the stone continues to draw visitors who are intrigued by its mystical reputation and its connection to the rich history of Hattusa and the Hittite Empire.

#archaeohistories

[Peter Whiteford @WhitefordPeter]

JobSeeker Payments Still Below the Poverty Line, And Here’s Why That Affects Us All https://t.co/3aP162xdDg

[Nature is Amazing ☘️ @AMAZlNGNATURE]

I’m convinced that pandas are just drunk people in costumes

[Vintage Rock N’ Roll 🎸 @RockNRoLL_85]

Joan Baez

[🎸 Rock History 🎸 @historyrock_]

The Animals' lead singer Eric Burdon performing "The House of The Rising Sun" this year.

The fact that he can still sing 60 years later at his 83 is incredible.

Eric is a legend.

[NEF @NEF]

If people are provided with the right foundations, an adequate and accessible social security system, well-funded and effective public services, and the offer of good-quality, secure jobs, the vast majority will do all they can to stay in work.

[David Stanton @Stanton12David]

@mdstanton @MelbourneRebels Great looking ladder!

[Paul Grondahl @PaulGrondahl]

What I’ve been waiting for, Joni Mitchell’s magical performance of “Clouds” at #grammys after near-fatal aneurysm in which she had to re-learn how to speak and sing. A remarkable performance sample of resilience, creativity & the human spirit. Left me in tears.

[David Stanton @Stanton12David]

@MarieColemanAO Take care Marie! Be careful.

[Ben Phillips @BenPhillips_ANU]

A reminder that those facing the toughest financial conditions (today and just about always) are not those paying personal income tax. It's JobSeekers, low-income renters, single parents, disabled, carers, sick etc.

[Diana Skelton @DianaSkelton]

Excellent article by Fran Bennett of @UniofOxford in @JPSJ_Journal: "Take-up of social security benefits: past, present – and future?" https://t.co/SIjIOhkuGA

[Scott Santens @scottsantens]

Nobel Prize-winning economist Robert Solow has passed at the age of 99. Many people may not know that he supported the concept of universal basic income and recognized how universal benefits plus taxation were better than targeted welfare with phaseouts.

[LSE British Politics and Policy @LSEpoliticsblog]

"The Scottish Government’s decision to introduce the Scottish Child Payment aligns with research evidence on the difference additional cash support for children can make."
What Scotland’s policies can teach Westminster about fighting poverty
https://t.co/2n2swwnGT0

[David Stanton @Stanton12David]

@ACummingThom @JanineOFlynn @ANUCrawford Well done Alison! You have been a great support. Your contribution to Crawford has been outstanding. Many words of wisdom and encouragement. You have a generous soul and have played such a key role in making us better teachers and better people.

[Oxford Centre for Intellectual History @OxfordCIH]

🚨New BLOG 🚨

Ben Jackson (@UnivOxford @OxfordHistory), 'Political Thought and the Welfare State: Jose Harris's History of Social Policy'

https://t.co/vhrwB88w7n

[Peter Whiteford @WhitefordPeter]

Why paying tax is good and, for better government, we should pay more https://t.co/bLj9WCq6rv

[LSE Social Policy @LSESocialPolicy]

Thank you to all who joined us for our Annual lecture last week when Professor Gosta Esping-Andersen gave a great lecture about family transformation with @BerkayOzcan_ Chairing the event.

We'll share the video of the event soon!