by Alex Greenwich | Nov 16, 2011 | Australian commentary
Same-sex marriage is for Gillard what the republic was for Howard. By opposing these reforms and defending “tradition” both leaders tried to provide the nation with a point of stability and continuity. Each caused the nation discomfort and unease, Gillard...
by Alex Greenwich | Nov 16, 2011 | Australian news, News
Labor Senator Doug Cameron says allowing party members a conscience vote on gay marriage legislation will not change government policy. In an opinion piece published in Fairfax newspapers this morning, Prime Minister Julia Gillard says MPs should be given a conscience...
by Alex Greenwich | Nov 15, 2011 | Australian news, News
Right-wing Labor powerbroker Mark Arbib says he disagrees with Julia Gillard that the ALP party platform should stay opposed to gay marriage. The right of the party is split on whether the party platform should also be changed. Ms Gillard has stated today that while...
by Alex Greenwich | Nov 15, 2011 | AME media releases, News
Marriage equality advocates are disappointed Prime Minister, Julia Gillard, has today affirmed her opposition to same-sex marriage and has tried to pre-empt the outcome of Labor’s National Conference by calling for a conscience vote. The Prime Minister’s...
by Alex Greenwich | Nov 15, 2011 | Australian commentary
Julia Gillard will back a conscience vote for Labor MPs on gay marriage, as the Age/Nielsen poll shows a growing majority of Australians favour legalising marriage equality. But in a stand that will deeply disappoint those arguing for change, the Prime Minister also...
