Straight Talk with Mark Bouris #183: Scott Yung on running for parliament & why he’s the right person to represent Bennelong
Apr 23, 2025
Scott Yung, the Liberal candidate for Bennelong, shares his inspiring journey from growing up in public housing to stepping into politics. He discusses the resilience instilled by his immigrant parents and his experiences in business. Throughout the conversation, Scott emphasizes the need for authentic engagement in political campaigning and the importance of supporting small businesses. He highlights the critical role of Bennelong in shaping national politics and advocates for economic opportunities while championing equality and community service.
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Scott's Humble Family Beginnings
- Scott Yung grew up in public housing in Waterloo with parents from Hong Kong and Shanghai.
- His parents worked tirelessly selling children's education books at markets and then running a tuition business.
Quality Tutoring for All Kids
- Every Australian child should have the opportunity to access quality tutoring.
- Smaller class sizes or one-to-one support empower students to excel.
Compete Through Effort and Resilience
- Understand that life is a relative competition; people compete daily for opportunities.
- Embrace effort and resilience instead of demanding sameness or equality of outcomes.