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Palmer, Holmes a Court in last-ditch lobbying to stop big-money crackdown

Independent MPs criticised the rushed bill to remove big money from politics, but Labor argued the rules would apply equally to all parties and candidates.
The article from The Sydney Morning Herald discusses the last-minute lobbying efforts by mining magnate Clive Palmer and climate activist Simon Holmes à Court to influence the Australian government's proposed changes to political donation laws. These changes aim to limit the influence of "big money" in politics by capping donations and introducing real-time disclosure. Palmer, known for his significant financial contributions to political campaigns, argues that the proposed caps infringe on free speech and could disadvantage smaller parties. Conversely, Holmes à Court, who has also made substantial donations, supports the reforms but seeks amendments to ensure they do not overly restrict grassroots funding efforts. Both are engaging with parliamentarians to push their agendas before the legislation is finalized, highlighting the tension between regulating political finance and maintaining democratic freedoms.

Read the Full Sydney Morning Herald Article at [ https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/palmer-holmes-a-court-in-last-ditch-lobbying-to-stop-big-money-crackdown-20241127-p5kty2.html ]