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ALP desperately needs Gen Z voters. Too bad Albanese just drove us further away


Published on 2024-12-08 17:00:54 - Sydney Morning Herald
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  • The PM will spend much of his time on the campaign trail arguing his government has served young Australians well - a statement that was largely true until last week.

The article from The Sydney Morning Herald discusses the Australian Labor Party's struggle to connect with Generation Z voters, particularly in light of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's recent comments on the Israel-Palestine conflict. Albanese's statement that "Israel has a right to defend itself" has been perceived by many young voters as dismissive of Palestinian rights and suffering, leading to a significant backlash. This has further alienated a demographic already disillusioned with traditional politics, feeling that their concerns about climate change, social justice, and international human rights are not being adequately addressed. The article suggests that Labor's approach to these issues, including its stance on the AUKUS security pact and its handling of the housing crisis, has not resonated with Gen Z, potentially driving them towards other political options or disengagement from the political process altogether.

Read the Full Sydney Morning Herald Article at:
[ https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/labor-desperately-needs-gen-z-voters-too-bad-albanese-just-drove-us-further-away-20241208-p5kwo6.html ]

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