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Independent social researcher and writer living in Portland, Oregon. Explaining the workings and impacts of corporate capitalism.

Michael Dawson’s Journalist Portfolio

The Consumer Trap - exposing capitalism, marketing & market totalitarianism

The Consumer Trap - exposing capitalism, marketing & market totalitarianism

News and analysis of the relentless expansion of big business marketing, the main engine of American and glob…

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Death by Car - capitalism's drive to carmageddon || news & comments

Death by Car - capitalism's drive to carmageddon || news & comments

News and analysis of corporate capitalism's institutional addiction to car-selling.

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2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games Preview

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By Michael Dawson
| athletics.org.nz
The Commonwealth Games have long been called the Friendly Games, and Glasgow has taken that name to heart. When the event faced cancellation for the first time since the Second World War. Glasgow stepped in and delivered. What normally takes six years of planning was pulled together in barely two. The result is a leaner, financially responsible Games: ten sports across four venues inside an eight-mile corridor, much of it built on the legacy of the city’s 2014 Games.
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Hamish Kerr to miss Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

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By Michael Dawson
| athletics.org.nz
High Jump athlete Hamish Kerr will not compete at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. He said it was a difficult decision to reach, but ultimately, he is not ready to compete at the level he expects of himself. “After a successful, yet incredibly demanding few years, I came into 2026 feeling motivated and excited for the season ahead. Early in the year I felt a bit burnt out and needing to take a step back to reset both mentally and physically.
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2026-2027 Summer National Domestic Calendar Announced

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By Michael Dawson
| athletics.org.nz
The domestic season is mapped out. From a December opener through to the final weekend of February, athletes have a full run of meets across the country to chase form, fast times and national titles. This season pairs the premier Summer Circuit with a slate of national permit meets, with national championships spread across both. The Summer Circuit meets are the highest graded meets in New Zealand and broadcast live and free on TVNZ+ this summer.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

Never been full-time. It's an avocation.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes.

How is social media changing news?

Reducing attention, silo-ing audiences.