Liberals re-examine gender quotas in slew of proposals to make party ‘fit-for-purpose political machine’
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The Liberal Party of Australia is reconsidering gender quotas as part of a review aimed at increasing female representation in parliament. The proposal, outlined in a discussion paper from the Liberal Party Commission established by former leader Sussan Ley, has drawn opposition from shadow treasurer Angus Taylor. The review comes after the party suffered consecutive heavy defeats in federal elections.
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Liberal Party Commission proposes gender quotas to increase women in parliament.
The discussion paper's authors warn that 'if we want a different outcome, we need to be prepared to do things differently'.
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Angus Taylor has stated his opposition to gender quotas in the Liberal party.
Opinion- Liberal Party Commission proposes gender quotas to increase women in parliament.
- Angus Taylor publicly opposes the quota idea.
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Loaded language removedAngus Taylor has stated his opposition, but discussion paper’s authors note ‘if we want a different outcome, we need to be prepared to do things differently’
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Angus Taylor has stated his opposition to gender quotas in the Liberal party.
OpinionThe discussion paper's authors warn that 'if we want a different outcome, we need to be prepared to do things differently'.
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