Australian Democrats

Liberal and Labor are working together to keep minor parties out. They do so by introducing electoral laws they themselves are exempt from. Here a wonderful explainer, by Honest Government Ad. #AusPol #Corruption #Collusion #Transparency #Duopoly #Elections #ALP #LPA #LNP #Australia #QldPol #NSWPol #Sydney #Melbourne #Brisbane #Hobart #Tasmania #Queensland #Adelaide #Perth #Cairns #Toowoomba #Townsville #Rockhampton #GoldCoast #SunshineCoast https://lnkd.in/gKFf4ZeQ

"...Dutton’s early, effusive praise of Trump and the appropriation of his rhetoric and initiatives, threatens to wreck the Coalition’s chances of forging a minority government." https://lnkd.in/gbgEUDKt #auspol #BreakTheDuopoly

Further to the campaign finance reform stitch up, former Senator and current National President Lyn Allison, who has long experience with major party shenanigans, shares her thoughts: https://lnkd.in/gTcAchCx #auspol #BreakTheDuopoly

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Dutton won't support making education more affordable, won't lift people out of poverty by raising the rate on Jobseeker, but getting taxpayers to subsidise long lunches for businesses, a policy that is comically susceptible to rorting, is a key priority 🙄 #auspol #RortsWatch

Wishing everyone a happy and safe holiday season, and a merry Christmas to all who celebrate 🎄

"In his timidity, Albanese has introduced to politics the each-way bet. Strong support for the move to renewables? Of course. Continuing support for the use and export of fossil fuels? Of course. Welcome to the era of gutless government." #auspol https://lnkd.in/gJZwY7F9

We were one of the 15,000 submissions made to the inquiry on the social media ban legislation. As well as giving only 24 hours to respond, submissions were limited to 2 pages in length. Here's ours: https://lnkd.in/g64XrJBK #auspol

Statement following the US election: Reflections on our own democracy, as Australians and as a party. With the US election all but decided, it is timely that we affirm our commitment to the democratic process and the rule of law. A healthy democracy cannot be taken for granted. It relies on its citizens accepting the majority decision and agreeing to be organised under that majority decision. Our elected representatives are required to exercise good governance for the betterment of all, openly and honestly. Australia’s democratic system, like America’s, has its flaws. Our democracy does not always make the best decisions and we are often disappointed and disagree with those decisions. However, it remains the best form of government to provide a good standard of living for most. Democracy can be vulnerable to corruption by manipulating the will of the people. It is for this reason that parliamentary business must occur with openness and transparency. The Australian Democrats believe that Australia’s democracy is worth protecting, and at its best, provides for all its citizens. We build policy and platforms on the best information available, not party dogma. We strive for integrity in politics, good governance through consensus (not division) and to be part of a society that values and benefits all its citizens. We promise that our position on the important issues, such as housing, education, and health, will be determined by what provides the best outcome for all Australians. We also recognise the vulnerabilities within our democratic system, and we promise to hold parliament to the highest possible standards of honesty and integrity. Finally, if you disagree with the decisions being made on your behalf, become involved in the democratic process. The diversity of inputs from many engaged and informed voters will result in a better standard of living for all Australians.