Category Archives: Social Commentary

Insurance Company Profits by Taking the PISS!

Posted on November 3, 2026 by LivinginPeaceProject

In his article, Paul Murray reflects on his disappointing experience with insurance. After paying $110,000 in premiums over 22 years, his claim for a failed septic system was denied by NZI due to ambiguous definitions of “sudden” failure. Murray critiques the insurance industry’s unfair practices and highlights the stark financial disparity between insurers and customers. Continue reading →

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Literary Tribute to “President” DumbOld J Trump

Posted on August 28, 2026 by LivinginPeaceProject

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Labour’s CGTax: Savvy Politics or Political Suicide?

Posted on August 16, 2026 by LivinginPeaceProject

Off the Top of My Head By Paul Murray There is an old political adage: Never stand between hard-working Kiwis and the future they have spent decades trying to build. Labour may be about to test that sentiment. The NZ … Continue reading →

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MAGA: Make America Giggle Again

Posted on June 29, 2026 by LivinginPeaceProject

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Satire & Politics: Featuring U.S. President DumbOld J. Trump

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KaraWearable 2026: WHOOPS…They Did it AGAIN!

Posted on June 3, 2026 by LivinginPeaceProject

Off the Top of My Head By Paul Murray “Teamwork makes the dream work,” as our kids often say, and the KaraWearable Team, together with a diversely talented team of local volunteers, created a dream on Saturday May 30, 2026, … Continue reading →

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Busy Day for DJT: Political Satire Mirrors Social Trends

Posted on May 10, 2026 by LivinginPeaceProject

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Democracy Crumbles While Nero Blows His Trumpet

Posted on May 5, 2026 by LivinginPeaceProject

Paul Murray critiques Donald Trump’s ability to dominate media narratives while executing significant behind-the-scenes alterations to governance. He likens Trump’s frenetic public persona to a cyclist pedaling rapidly to maintain balance, suggesting that as Trump escalates his outrageous claims, public support may wane. Meanwhile, critical institutional changes occur quietly, posing a threat to democracy. The challenge lies in recognizing these shifts rather than merely reacting to Trump’s distractions. Continue reading →

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Travis “Blind Dog” Taylor Wags his Tail Feather

Posted on October 11, 2025 by LivinginPeaceProject

Off the Top of My Head By Paul Murray What I love most about my old school mate Travis Taylor, is his blind, dogged determination to be a blues artist…He has devoted his life to the craft. Several albums, endless … Continue reading →

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Antique Antique Shop Owners of Japan

Posted on September 25, 2025 by LivinginPeaceProject

Off The Top of My Head By Paul Murray A few years ago, I was exploring the back streets of the old Japanese city of Kamakura, which was the de facto capital of Japan during the Kamakura Period (1185–1333). The … Continue reading →

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Aotearoa AWOL at Osaka World EXPO

Posted on September 20, 2025 by LivinginPeaceProject

Murray Family’s Quest to Locate MIA New Zealand at Expo 2025 Off The Top of My Head By Paul Murray My family and I recently flew to Tokyo on our annual pilgrimage to visit my wife Sanae’s parents. This year. … Continue reading →

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