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Turf Warfare Within Government Ranks Does Not Serve the Nation’s Interests

Turf Warfare Within Government Ranks Does Not Serve the Nation’s Interests
Australian Security Intelligence Organisation ASIO Director General Mike Burgess prepearing for his annual speech at ASIO headquarters in Canberra, on March 17, 2021. AAP Image/Mick Tsikas
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Turf warfare. It’s one of the most destructive and debilitating activities in any enterprise. Government is no exception.

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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