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May 8, 2025 Paul Bongiorno, a columnist for The Saturday Paper, analyzes Labor's surprising electoral landslide under Anthony Albanese, which marked one of the party's strongest performances in decades. He delves into the potential risks of political hubris as Albanese gains authority within his party. The discussion also covers the need for humility in governance, the challenges in U.S.-Australia relations under Donald Trump, and the evolving political landscape, including the shifting preferences of voters towards Labor and the impact of Independents.
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Labor's Historic Majority Win
- Labor secured one of its largest majorities in recent Australian history, surpassing Bob Hawke's first term.
- The landslide win greatly enhanced Anthony Albanese’s authority within the Labor Party.
Albanese's Humble Approach
- Albanese emphasizes humility and steady governance despite a strong mandate.
- Tax reform is unlikely unless significant political pressure builds, especially on negative gearing and capital gains tax.
Managing U.S. Relations Pragmatically
- Albanese manages U.S. relations pragmatically, treating Trump as the President.
- He aims to protect the alliance and views tariffs as damage caused by the American side.