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The Hidden Hand: How Bureaucrats and Politicians Use Cloward-Piven to Maintain Power
People tend to be far more polite when the consequence of bad behaviour is far more permanent.
Sam Wilks
Feb 195 min read
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The Relationship Between Housing Policy and Crime Rates
Crime is not an inevitability, it is a consequence of poor incentives, weak enforcement, and misplaced priorities.
Sam Wilks
Feb 136 min read
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Designing Safe Parking Lots
This approach to parking lot design reflects a deeper understanding of human behaviour and economic incentives in public spaces.
Sam Wilks
Aug 28, 20244 min read
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Housing and Welfare
The interplay between housing, welfare, and community development in the Northern Territory requires a nuanced approach
Sam Wilks
Jun 18, 20243 min read
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Asset Valuation: Understanding the Intrinsic and Extrinsic Worth of Assets in Today's Economy
By periodically reassessing asset values and implementing robust protection programs, organisations mitigate risks and safeguard assets.
Sam Wilks
Jun 15, 20244 min read
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Enhancing Crime Prevention Through Strategic Construction and Design
Crime prevention in building construction is not merely about responding to immediate threats but anticipating potential future challenges.
Sam Wilks
May 19, 20242 min read
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The Destructive Nature of First Home Buyer Grants
To address these issues, policymakers should consider alternative approaches that focus on increasing housing supply and reducing regulation
Sam Wilks
May 15, 20244 min read
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Zoning Laws and Property Use Restrictions
At their core, zoning laws are designed to segregate residential, commercial, and industrial areas
Sam Wilks
May 8, 20243 min read
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Rethinking Building Design: A Comprehensive Interior Security Checklist
In essence, a robust interior security checklist not only safeguards physical assets and individuals but also the environment.
Sam Wilks
May 3, 20242 min read
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Physical Security Measures for Corporate Buildings: A Multidisciplinary Approach
Environmental design is equally crucial, emphasising the importance of building layout and landscaping in deterring unauthorised access.
Sam Wilks
Apr 30, 20244 min read
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The Effect of Eminent Domain on Housing and Communities
The victor today may be the population paying compensation or reparations tomorrow.
Sam Wilks
Apr 23, 20244 min read
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Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED): Using design to reduce crime and increase safety.
The essence of CPTED lies in its ability to marry aesthetics with functionality.
Sam Wilks
Apr 14, 20244 min read
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Taxation and Property Ownership: Examining how heavy taxation indirectly erodes property rights.
In the intricate dynamics between taxation and property rights, it becomes evident that the weight of heavy taxation serves as an...
Sam Wilks
Apr 13, 20244 min read
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Affordable Housing Policies and Their Side Effects
In the complex interplay of government interventionism, policymaking, and economic principles, the drive towards providing affordable...
Sam Wilks
Apr 3, 20245 min read
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The Dangers of Overregulation in Financial Markets: Discussing the potential negative effects of excessive financial market regulations.
In the intricate web of economic systems, the equilibrium between regulation and liberty represents a focal point of heated debates. As...
Sam Wilks
Mar 26, 20243 min read
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Public Housing Policies: Successes and Failures: Evaluating the effectiveness of public housing initiatives and their long-term implications.
Public housing policies, including rent capping, have been a subject of intense debate and scrutiny across the globe. While the...
Sam Wilks
Mar 13, 20244 min read
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Corruption: A Byproduct of Government Intervention
In the web of governance and economics, the intervention of the government often becomes a double-edged sword. While the aim of...
Sam Wilks
Mar 8, 20243 min read
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The Unseen Shield: Environmental Hazards and Community Safety
In the realm of public safety and security, traditional measures often focus on visible deterrents: law enforcement presence,...
Sam Wilks
Mar 1, 20244 min read
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Subsidies, Grants and Market Distortions: An Analysis
Government subsidies are financial grants or tax breaks provided by the government to support or prop up industries and businesses. While...
Sam Wilks
Feb 29, 20243 min read
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Government Subsidies and the Housing Market: The Impact on Prices and Market Dynamics
In the intricate structure of economic and social policies, government subsidies in the housing market are promoted as playing a pivotal...
Sam Wilks
Feb 19, 20245 min read
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