BTW for those that don't realise the political system here if you want to compare to America it's like Liberals vs Bernie.
Both major parties have extremely liberal and socialist policies when compared to America.
BOTH sides support free healthcare, paid government benefits, free education, abortions for all and gun control.
The only argument is how much extra money they throw at these things, any one campaigning on removing them.. gets booted out, its not what the public want.
You can see this clearly when you read the promises our "republican" party made before the election..
https://www.smh.com.au/federal-elect...18-p51ore.html
Tax cuts
Emissions reduction policy
Boosting funds for Free healthcare and Education
Increasing spending on Infrastructure
Strengthening police and gun laws
Isn't your local Republican party fighting for these things as well?