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Full Story Back to Back Barries: can the Coalition kiss and make up?
May 22, 2025
Tensions rise as the Nationals announce their split from the Liberals, creating a political trial separation. Conversations shift rapidly, exploring the challenges of merging identities and policy disagreements, especially on nuclear energy. The dynamics in Queensland reveal backbench concerns and strategies for upcoming elections. Gender representation and ideological shifts come into play within the Coalition, while the Liberal Party grapples with internal factions and misread electoral results. Economic impacts post-election and new initiatives add layers to the unfolding political drama.
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Nationals' Shifting Coalition Stance
- The Nationals abruptly ended coalition support then quickly reconsidered, showing political uncertainty.
- Their demands now control the relationship, putting pressure on the Liberals to comply.
Nationals Risk Coalition Instability
- National Party's shifting demands risk normalizing instability in the coalition partnership.
- Their initial promise to give Liberals space contradicts their current push for policy alignment.
Liberals' Urban Seat Challenge
- Liberal Party struggles in urban seats due to perceptions of being 'National Party light'.
- Winning urban electorates requires a more distinct, competitive urban policy approach.