A brutal dictator who isn't afraid to crush opposition and show his people who's boss has suffered a humiliating defeat in the face of 'people power' - should this give us hope? Or will he come back stronger than ever? And in the event of nuclear war, do you what to do? Luckily, The Daily Breakdown is here to save your life (you're welcome).

Dan Andrews property tax:

Victoria to impose $800m levy on property developers to fund social housing

Tax backdown: https://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/andrews-government-forced-to-dump-controversial-housing-tax/news-story/70c6e755a411a65e585ce3c780a1a991

Treasury estimates: https://www.dtf.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/document/Windfall%20Gains%20Tax%20-%20Factsheet.pdf