For episode 14 of the liberty itch podcast, the honourable John Ruddick - Libertarian Party member of the NSW Legislative Council - gives his assessment of the 2025 Australian federal election, the issues impacting the result, how Labor won, and the future of freedom-focussed parties in Australian politics.
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Excellent discussion. I also think the Trump Effect was (as in Canada) real in Australia, and perhaps the Liberal Party went "small ball" because of that.
John Ruddick is a great example of the type of politician we want more of!
Thanks Brett. As you can probably tell from the interview, I am floored by the idea that the media lies about Trump somehow made large numbers of people overlook the catastrophic direction Australia is headed under Labor, and vote for Albo again. I do not dispute that you and John are right. I am sure you are. I just find it staggering. And clearly I am not lacking the necessary cynicism to think it is true. ;-)
I also agree with you about John being a great example of the type of politician we need more of. Unfortunately, he seems to be in the wrong era. Being intelligent, articulate, rational and charismatic are not 'on trend' in the current western political climate. Lets hope that turns around before it's too late!
Yes, John could end up being another Ron Paul (or Thomas Massey), who was famous for being the only 'neh' in otherwise unanimous senate votes - a literal "lone voice in the wilderness".
On the other hand, I think social media has changed the game somewhat: more of the real discussion is happening outside the august halls of parliament and the legacy media. Clear thinkers like John can well become Big Dogs in social media and drive the debate. We are seeing this more and more. The government/media complex is losing control of the narrative.
From Thatcher to Milei, amazing chat!
Thank you sir.
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Excellent discussion. I also think the Trump Effect was (as in Canada) real in Australia, and perhaps the Liberal Party went "small ball" because of that.
John Ruddick is a great example of the type of politician we want more of!
Thanks Brett. As you can probably tell from the interview, I am floored by the idea that the media lies about Trump somehow made large numbers of people overlook the catastrophic direction Australia is headed under Labor, and vote for Albo again. I do not dispute that you and John are right. I am sure you are. I just find it staggering. And clearly I am not lacking the necessary cynicism to think it is true. ;-)
I also agree with you about John being a great example of the type of politician we need more of. Unfortunately, he seems to be in the wrong era. Being intelligent, articulate, rational and charismatic are not 'on trend' in the current western political climate. Lets hope that turns around before it's too late!
Yes, John could end up being another Ron Paul (or Thomas Massey), who was famous for being the only 'neh' in otherwise unanimous senate votes - a literal "lone voice in the wilderness".
On the other hand, I think social media has changed the game somewhat: more of the real discussion is happening outside the august halls of parliament and the legacy media. Clear thinkers like John can well become Big Dogs in social media and drive the debate. We are seeing this more and more. The government/media complex is losing control of the narrative.
I 100% agree, Brett.