Here we Joh again? The spectre of Bjelke-Petersen still looms large over Queensland
The article examines the political climate in Queensland, drawing parallels between the current LNP government's policies and the controversial era of former premier Joh Bjelke-Petersen. Critics and Indigenous leaders express concern over the government's approach to crime, protests, and First Nations programs.
Why it matters
It highlights ongoing tensions regarding historical political legacies and their influence on contemporary governance and social policy in Australia.
At least one senior Liberal privately describes Joh Bjelke-Petersen as the ‘best premier Queensland ever had’, but such a comment is rarely made publicly. Composite: Fairfax Media/Getty Images/Guardian design At least one senior Liberal privately describes Joh Bjelke-Petersen as the ‘best premier Queensland ever had’, but such a comment is rarely made publicly. Composite: Fairfax Media/Getty Images/Guardian design Queensland politics Analysis Here we Joh again? The spectre of Bjelke-Petersen still looms large over Queensland Ben Smee The LNP’s unapologetic moves on crime, transgender healthcare and police-led suppression of protests are a throwback to days many thought had come and gone
The framing focuses on critical perspectives of the LNP and uses loaded terminology like 'hillbilly dictator' and 'spectre' to characterize the political environment.
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