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Peter Dutton

As Australia’s Election Called for May 3, Both Labor and Liberals See Cause for Hope
By Michelle Grattan
Incumbent Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has the weight of history on his side. But modern day politics is volatile, and the voters are cranky.

Keeping It Real: Why Australia’s Labor Needs a Retuned Message
By Josh Sunman and Emily Foley
Labor's messaging on economic management doesn't resonate with voters more concerned about their hip pocket. There are already signs it's trying to change tune.

Australia’s Opposition Leader Softens Tone on China, With Election in Mind
By Michelle Grattan
With an eye toward winning Chinese Australian votes, Peter Dutton is simultaneously attempting a softening on some fronts – while retaining the “hard man” image on others.

Australia-China Relations Again in Focus Ahead of Australian Election
By Joshua Mcdonald
Using national security to win over voters is not an uncommon strategy, but Scott Morrison is banging the national security drum more furiously than ever as he slumps in the polls.

Australia, Indonesia Agree to Ramp up Defense Relationship
By Sebastian Strangio
The two nations could soon hold joint military exercises on Australian soil for the first time.

Australia's Harsh Immigration Policy
By Claire Loughnan
The re-elected Liberal government in Australia will continue to secure the border, but at what cost?

Polls and Party Room Infighting Undermine the Australian Government
By Patrick Stafrace
Australia’s revolving door of prime ministers is a symptom of a weakening political system.

What Happened to Australia’s Liberal Party?
By Grant Wyeth
The party’s internal meltdown is rooted in the tensions inherent to its liberal and conservative roots.

Leadership Turmoil Rocks Australia
By Anthony Fensom
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull barely survives a leadership challenge from within his party.

A Schism Among Australian Conservatives
By Grant Wyeth
Cory Bernardi's defection from the Liberal Party is a significant moment in Australian politics.

Australia's Medieval Turn
By Greg Austin
Outlaws and propaganda of the faith as tools of strategy. Is a new dark age descending on Australia?
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