Tag: Parliamentary dynamics
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Freeland resignation shakes up fluid situation in House of Commons
Freeland’s Resignation Redraws a Delicate Balance Canada’s political landscape is again in flux as former cabinet minister Chrystia Freeland formally resigns her seat in the House of Commons. The Liberal government, already operating with a razor-thin margin, faces a temporary deficit of one seat as she departs on Friday. The move, announced after a turbulent…
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What defined Australian politics in 2025? Albanese’s win and beyond
Introduction: A Year of Clear Trends Australian politics in 2025 was defined by a mix of stability at the top and a flurry of policy activity beneath. The Albanese government, buoyed by a 94-seat majority, set the agenda in parliament while grappling with the pressures of global and domestic challenges. This article examines the defining…
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Sussan Ley’s Leadership Quandary: Net-Zero Capitulation Underscores Arithmetic of Power
Apolitical math meets political reality John Howard’s axiom that politics is governed by the arithmetic of numbers has rarely looked more relevant than in the current Australian leadership fray surrounding Sussan Ley. Faced with a party room that is increasingly allergic to policy risk, Ley’s grip on the leadership appears to be fraying as the…