Politics Now Laura Tingle on when politics is at its best
May 29, 2025
Laura Tingle, a veteran journalist with 40 years at ABC, discusses the recent unification of the Liberal and National parties and the new shadow cabinet under Sussan Ley. She reflects on Australia's reconciliation efforts, urging meaningful action for First Nations communities. The conversation also touches on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, highlighting the call for Australia to take a moral stance. Tingle shares personal anecdotes about her career and critiques the evolving dynamics in Australian politics amid shifting public expectations.
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Peter Dutton's Top-Down Control
- Peter Dutton ran shadow cabinet top-down, limiting communication between ministers.
- This caused a dysfunctional organization with uninspiring shadow ministers lacking strong performance.
Coalition's Leadership Dysfunction
- The coalition's recent split exposed a lack of political judgment and organisation.
- Their approach lacks a clear philosophical, strategic, or political guiding principle.
Coalition's Energy Divisions
- The coalition is unlikely to unify due to conflicting stances on net zero policies.
- Internal division on energy issues impedes the coalition's electoral appeal in cities.