Energy Policy and Election Discourse

This chapter examines the coalition's ambitious energy policy aimed at reducing power prices through domestic gas redistribution, unveiling significant uncertainties and critiques surrounding its feasibility. It highlights the troubling trend of vague political commitments during election campaigns, contrasting the current environment with past transparency in policy discussions. Amid voter disengagement and shifting sentiments towards independents, the chapter underscores the urgent need for politicians and media to provide clearer, more substantial policy proposals.