Parties that don’t remember the past are doomed to repeat it
The article discusses the dangers of political parties neglecting historical lessons, which can lead to poor governance. It highlights the rise of populist movements in Australia that prioritize slogans over substantive policy. The author warns that democracies suffer when parties lack both historical understanding and the ability to govern effectively.
- ▪David French's column warns of the dangers of forgetting historical lessons.
- ▪Jenna Price's analysis shows how contemporary politics often relies on slogans instead of coherent policies.
- ▪The article emphasizes that health, taxation, and social cohesion are too important to be reduced to simplistic catchphrases.
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