The Morning Edition Why the sacking of Jacinta Nampijinpa Price could turn the senator ‘into a martyr’
Sep 11, 2025
Paul Sakkal, Chief Political Correspondent, joins the discussion on the dismissal of Jacinta Nampijinpa Price from the Coalition frontbench. They dissect her controversial comments about the Indian community and the tensions within the Liberal Party. Sakkal explores the ramifications of her sacking, with Price's defiance potentially turning her into a martyr for her supporters. The conversation also touches on the impending climate policy debate, highlighting the challenges the government faces as they navigate their emissions targets.
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Comments Sparked A National Row
- Jacinta Price's ABC remarks about Indian migrants triggered major criticism and required damage control from the Liberals.
- She refused to apologise and framed the issue as a broader debate about immigration.
Perth Press Conference Evaded Leadership Question
- At a Perth press conference Price repeatedly dodged a reporter's question about confidence in leader Susan Ley.
- She answered with evasive lines like "Those matters are for our party room."
Refusal To Back Leader Crossed A Line
- Price's refusal to endorse leadership turned a policy spat into a personal feud with Susan Ley and her allies.
- That breach of convention gave Ley the political cover to sack her from the shadow ministry.