This is where things get a bit fun! And, actually, this episode explains WHY i decided to do this election series.
So. The policy and ideas gridlock is real. And there’s a reason for it. But there’s also a solution and policy think tank The Grattan Institute has mapped it out with research. It’s to vote in a number of climate-focused MPs who do not belong to either of the major parties. As it happens, there are about 30 running across Australia this election, and if three of them (give or take) get voted in May 21, then they will hold the balance of power. And thusly Australia has the best chance of moving forward on those 5 Pillars of Care I keep banging on about: climate policy; a federal corruption body; women's equality; an indigenous voice to parliament; and addressing the growing divide between the haves and have nots. It might sound wonky and complex, but the Institute's Danielle and I break the whole thing down into simple - and super hopeful - terms.
That Gridlock report we talk about? It’s here https://grattan.edu.au/institutional-change-needed-to-reignite-policy-reform/
You can learn about the independents, and see if there’s one running in your electorate, here https://www.climate200.com.au
I mention a few “teal indies” I follow on Instagram:
Dr Monique Ryan for Kooyong https://www.instagram.com/mon4kooyong/
Allegra Spender running in Wentworth https://www.instagram.com/allegra.spender/
Zoe Daniel for Goldstein https://www.instagram.com/zoedaniel/
Kylea Tink for North Sydney https://www.instagram.com/kyleatink/
Hannabeth Luke in Page https://www.instagram.com/hanabethluke/
Kate Chaney for Curtin in WA https://www.instagram.com/chaneyforcurtin/
David Pocock in Canberra (senate) https://www.instagram.com/davidpocock/
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