Exploring the Diverse Origins of the Australian Labor Party

This chapter delves into the diverse origin stories of the Australian Labor Party, tracing its formation in Western Queensland and Sydney while exploring its representation of rural shearers and urban working class. It highlights the early involvement of middle-class radicals, socialist influences, and the party's disruptive entry into the traditional political sphere. The discussion also touches on the Labor Party's support for a white Australia policy and the factors behind this stance.