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The road to a republic is still long and winding

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There was great joy after the final vote was carried at the constitutional convention in Australia. Republicans celebrated their victory for a direct presidential election, but opponents seemed to be emotional and out of place. The proposal goes to the people where it needs to win a majority of the states. Some give the convention support while others want a people's vote to select a president.

Planning, Republics

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Branch stackers' days are numbered

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Branch stacking has become a common practice for the Australian Labor Party, but the practice is a dangerous one. The operation often violates election law, and police forces will not ignore allegations of fraudulent elections. A combination of backlash by rank-and-file Labor members and police investigations is exposing and ending the practice.

Political activity, Column, Elections, Ethical aspects, Election fraud, Australian Labour Party

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