Foreword by John Howard OM AC
"David Stevens is not only a deep thinker but a fine analyst of current political challenges."
Afterword by Tony Abbott AC
"To his credit, Stevens has produced his own personal Fightback!: a series of bold policy proposals on the economy, society, and national security; plus a powerful defence of liberal-conservative political thinking backed by clear erudition in all the relevant literature."
Power & Corruption: Stopping Big Government and Unleashing Human Flourishing is a bold and urgent call to rethink the role of the state in modern Australia. At a time of declining trust, slowing economic growth, and rising political disillusionment, David Stevens argues that the expansion of government power has eroded individual freedom, weakened institutions, and undermined national prosperity.
Drawing on history, political philosophy, and contemporary policy debates, Stevens contends that excessive government intervention breeds inefficiency, dependency, and corruption—diverting energy and innovation away from the private sector and civil society. In its place, he sets out a compelling vision for a renewed liberal democracy grounded in personal responsibility, economic dynamism, and limited, accountable government.
Spanning key areas including economic reform, taxation, energy policy, education, and national security, this book offers a comprehensive blueprint for restoring Australia’s strength and confidence in the 21st century. Both a diagnosis of current challenges and a roadmap for reform, Power & Corruption challenges readers to confront the consequences of “Big Government” and to embrace a future built on freedom, opportunity, and human flourishing.
