Kate Ellis is back – and the heat of political debate is higher than ever, incoming Labor president says
Incoming Labor president Kate Ellis is preparing to lead the party's national conference in Adelaide, focusing on policy reforms and countering populist political trends. She expressed concerns regarding the toxicity of current political discourse and its impact on the safety and effectiveness of elected officials.
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The conference sets the strategic direction for the Australian Labor Party, influencing national policy on critical issues like AI, tax, and international relations.
Beginning on Thursday, Kate Ellis will chair three days of deliberations by thousands of party officials and rank-and-file members in Adelaide. Beginning on Thursday, Kate Ellis will chair three days of deliberations by thousands of party officials and rank-and-file members in Adelaide. Labor party Kate Ellis is back – and the heat of political debate is higher than ever, incoming Labor president says The former Rudd/Gillard government minister has a plan for fighting back against populists including Pauline Hanson
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Prefer the Guardian on Google The incoming Labor president, Kate Ellis , says toxicity in politics is spilling into the broader community and public debate, warning that threats against MPs’ safety are limiting how elected politicians do their jobs.
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