The Politics

Scott Morrison’s promise to change is his most sinister lie yet

With Morrison having sold out his treasurer, will Frydenberg turn on the PM to save himself?

The PM’s claim – that a fair increase to the minimum wage will blow up the economy – is as illogical as it is cruel

The Liberals demand to know who the independents would support, but refuse to explain what deals they have with Clive Palmer

Last night’s atrocious leaders’ debate was an insult to Australian women

Journalists have convinced themselves that they are doing a public service in openly bullying a prime ministerial candidate

Between the reignited climate wars and the ever-present culture wars, things are not looking good for the “moderate” Liberals

Is this the moment the Coalition’s ill-founded status as “better on national security” comes unstuck?

What were the real issues that defined week two of the election campaign? (And no, it wasn’t Albanese getting COVID)

Morrison’s gaffe about being “blessed” not to have disabled children should spark a more important debate about the NDIS

The PM paints controversial candidate Katherine Deves as a victim of “cancel culture”

As polls tighten, both parties have ruled out deals with the crossbench – a promise that may prove impossible to keep