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A Thorpedo Threatens to Derail Labor’s Voice Plans

A Thorpedo Threatens to Derail Labor’s Voice Plans
Senator Lidia Thorpe announces she is resigning from the Greens and moving to the cross bench at a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, on Feb. 6, 2023. AAP Image/Mick Tsikas
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Politics is often colourful. Not only do the various political parties have identifying colours—blue, red, green, and yellow—but the political discourse can also provide a kaleidoscope with the language spoken and the positions taken by the various players.

Eric Abetz
Eric Abetz
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The Hon. Eric Abetz was an Australian Liberal Party senator from 1994-2022. He has held several cabinet positions and served on parliamentary committees examining Electoral Matters, Native Title, Legal and Constitutional Affairs, as well as Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade.
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