Politics Now Why Dutton is floating another referendum
Mar 18, 2025
Melissa Clarke, an ABC political journalist renowned for her insights, joins the discussion around Peter Dutton's proposed referendum on deporting dual nationals guilty of serious crimes. They explore the political implications of this controversial move, scrutinizing claims about national security and the ethical dilemmas of stripping citizenship. The conversation takes a deeper dive into public disillusionment with referendums and the disconnect between political strategies and the real issues facing Australians today.
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Dutton's Referendum Aim
- Peter Dutton wants a referendum on deporting dual-citizen criminals.
- This is a long-standing coalition goal, previously blocked by the High Court.
Policy or Politics?
- Dutton's referendum idea lacks detail and is not yet official policy.
- This unusual move at this point in the electoral cycle may be a political tactic.
Political Strategy
- Dutton's proposal is likely a political maneuver to control the narrative.
- He wants to focus on national security after recent negative polls.