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Full Story A stunning win for Labor
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May 3, 2025 Lenore Taylor, Editor of Guardian Australia, and Mike Ticher, Head of Newsroom and Election Editor, share their insights on Labor's historic election victory. They discuss the unexpected shift in voter sentiment that led to Labor's win and the Coalition's significant losses. The duo also examines how global political trends, particularly Trump's influence, shaped the election dynamics. They reflect on the implications of this outcome for Australia’s pressing issues, highlighting the challenges and opportunities facing the new government.
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Campaign Inconsistency Costs Coalition
- The Coalition's campaign was inconsistent, shifting between negative and Trump-style tactics, causing voter confusion.
- Labor's clear and steady message on cost of living resonated strongly with voters, leading to a decisive victory.
Trump-Style Politics Unfit Here?
- The Australian election result suggests that Trump-style politics may not resonate here amid global turmoil.
- However, such political appeal remains a real threat given high inequality and voter grievances.
Defend Voting System & Independence
- Maintain compulsory preferential voting to keep politics centrist and reduce extremism.
- Support an independent electoral commission to ensure fair and peaceful elections.