The Quiet, Bi-Partisan Assault on Australian Democracy
Democracy thrives on competition, yet the latest electoral reforms are another assault on it.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has extolled the virtues of competition in the commercial sphere, arguing it leads to better outcomes for consumers. But what about the political sphere? Without robust competition, democracy devolves into a stagnant duopoly, offering voters less choice, poorer representation, and a lack of innovation in governance.
When it comes to passing legislation, there are 2 things that will always attract the support of Labor and the Coalition. Increases to the pay and rations of politicians and laws to protect the Labor and Coalition Parties.
