Tag: John Anderson

We Have Become ‘Vassals’ of the State: Former Deputy Prime Minister

The rejection of traditional values and principles has led to the embrace of big government to solve all of society’s problems, says former Deputy Prime Minister John Anderson. The formal Nationals leader, who served in the Howard ministry from 1999 to 2005, said a consequence of this phenomenon is an increasing lack of confidence in democracy…


Younger Voters Given No Chance to Understand Climate Change Debate: Former Deputy PM

Former Deputy Prime Minister John Anderson has spoken out against the over-simplification of debate on climate change and China—and the struggles of young people with understanding these issues—during the recently concluded 2022 Australian federal election. The election of so many left-wing Greens and “teal” independents reflected a strong interest from affluent and younger voters in…