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Coalition frontbencher says voters conned into backing independents

The article from *The Sydney Morning Herald* discusses comments made by Coalition frontbencher Dan Tehan, who suggested that voters were "conned" into supporting teal independents in the last federal election. Tehan argued that these voters were misled by the promise of climate action and integrity in politics, only to find that the independents have not delivered on these commitments. He criticized the independents for not supporting the Coalition's nuclear energy policy and for aligning with Labor on various issues, which he claims has led to higher energy prices and other negative outcomes. Tehan's remarks come as part of a broader debate within the Coalition about how to regain seats lost to independents, with some members advocating for a more centrist approach while others, like Tehan, believe in reinforcing traditional conservative values.

Read the Full Sydney Morning Herald Article at:
[ https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/coalition-frontbencher-says-voters-conned-into-backing-independents-20241201-p5kuw4.html ]