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Alexander Downer's problems as leader of the Liberal Party appear to have been exacerbated by the recent attempt to instigate a coup, with many of his colleagues now questioning his ability to lead the party to victory. Despite his attempts to downplay the situation, the polls continue to
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The Liberal Party's latest meeting has provided Alexander Downer with an eight-week reprieve to restore his standing within the party and among the electorate. Despite this temporary respite, the party's internal divisions and lack of electoral momentum make it unlikely to challenge Labor at the next
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The federal Liberal Party's confusion on social issues such as Aboriginal land rights, republicanism, and gay rights has led to a reputation of being out of touch with Australian values. Despite attempts to project a modern image, the party's policies remain vague and lacking in substance.
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Alexander Downer, the Leader of the Liberal Party, has outlined a comprehensive agenda for his government, shifting away from the narrow libertarian principles of his predecessor, Dr. Hewson. According to Downer's vision, the state has a responsibility to maintain and extend the welfare state to its citizens, ensuring
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Australian Democrats leader Senator Cheryl Kernot has predicted that disillusioned Liberal moderates could defect to her party and form a new "Liberal-Democrats Party" after the next federal election. This prediction comes at a time when Liberal state presidents and senior parliamentary Liberals have threatened the preselection of at
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A split is emerging within the Liberal Party, pitting moderates against conservatives. The party's new leader, Alexander Downer, has been criticized for his responses on social and national issues, leading some moderates to question whether he has sided with the party's conservatives. The issue has become
Prime ministers
The Liberal Party appears to be on a roll following the appointment of new leader Alexander Downer, with an almost eight-point lead over Prime Minister Paul Keating as the preferred prime minister in the latest Saulwick Age Poll. As of now, 55% of respondents prefer the coalition as their preferred
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The second Saulwick Age Poll since Alexander Downer became Opposition Leader shows a subtle shift in voter opinions. Mr Downer maintains his lead as preferred prime minister, while Mr Keating recovers some support after the Liberal leadership change. The poll indicates a recalibration of voting intentions, with voters potentially returning
Downer, Alexander
The Liberal Party Opposition Leader, Alexander Downer, has launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Paul Keating, criticizing his "privileged upbringing and lifestyle" and accusing him of being a "fast-money man." Downer also foreshadowed a significant shift in the party's policy focus, moving away
