The Progressive Labour Party (PLP) is a minor political party in Australia. The party is a broad left-wing party started by, among others, dissident former members of the Australian Labor Party in 1996. The party alleges that Labor has abandoned its traditional working-class supporters as it has moved towards the political right in recent years. The party ran Senate tickets in New South Wales and Western Australia and contested several House of Representatives seats at the 9 October 2004 election.
The party regularly makes submissions to Senate and other committees on a broad range of issues.
Core principles
• Support an end to ‘economic rationalism’, privatisation and National Competition Policy;
• Recognise the right of everyone to quality health, education, housing and welfare as a right, not
a privilege;
• Seek to boost public education funding, especially in disadvantaged areas such as the rural
sector;
The first political party in Bermuda, and the oldest still active, the PLP was founded in 1963 by Wilfred Mose Allen, Hugh Ryo Richardson, Albert Peter Smith, Edward DeJean, Walter N.H. Robinson, Austin Wilson and Dilton C. Cann. These seven had earlier met in Richardson's garage, before holding the first formal meeting of the PLP on 10 February 1963 in Robinson's office in Hamilton. Intended to appeal to the working-class, the first election platform called for equitable taxation, an end to racial discrimination, economic parity and welfare programs, as well as housing, educational and electoral reform.
The Progressive Labour Party contested its first General Election just three months after its formation in 1963. The Party contested nine of the then thirty-six Parliamentary seats. The PLP's first successful Members of Colonial Parliament (MCPs) were: Mr. Arnold A. Francis (Party Leader), Mr. Walter N. H. Robinson (Deputy Leader), Mrs. Lois Browne-Evans (Bermuda's first black elected woman Member of Parliament) Mr. Russell Dismont, Mr. Cecil Clarke and Mrs. Dorothy Thompson.
The Progressive Labour Party was a political party in Dominica. It contested the 1975 general elections, receiving 4.2% of the vote, but failing to win a seat. It did not run in any subsequent elections.
In the song, the character Derek (who is featured in the story line of Arthur (Or the Decline and Fall of the British Empire)) attempts to convince his father, Arthur, of the great opportunities available in Australia, where there's "no drug addiction" and you can "surf like they do in the U.S.A." Derek's advertisement is compared to John Smith, who campaigned for America in a similar manner, by author Thomas Kitts.
The song also features a jam sequence lasting for approximately half the song, which is atypical for The Kinks. In the Australian single edit, this section is removed by editing an earlier section of the song into another section during a drum beat, which is then followed by a fade-out.
Australia is a chestnut colt with a narrow white blaze bred by the Newmarket-based Stanley House stud. Australia was sired by Galileo, a Derby winner himself who went on to become an outstanding breeding stallion, winning the title of champion sire on five occasions. Galileo had sired two previous Epsom Derby winners New Approach in 2007 and Ruler of the World in 2013. Australia's Dam Ouija Board won seven Group One races including the 2004 Epsom Oaks and was twice named European Horse of the Year. He is the fourth foal produced by Ouija Board and second to Galileo, Australia's older sister Filia Regina has had limited success with only a single victory in a handicap at Yarmouth. His half brother Our Voodoo Prince won 3 races in Britain before being sold and is currently in training with Chris Waller in Australia.
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John Curtin Research Centre Executive Director Dr Nick Dyrenfurth says Labor's emphasis on progressive values is scaring "middle Australia" and contributing to the party's “existential crisis”.
published: 30 Oct 2019
Liberal vs Labor
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Labor Party showing ‘progressive support’ for Palestine
The Australian’s National Editor Dennis Shanahan says the Australian Labor Party is showing “progressive support” for Palestine.
“Indeed there are tensions within the Labor Party, clearly we saw a debate at the last National Conference enhancing their position on Palestine,” Mr Shanahan told Sky News host Peta Credlin.
“This has been developing for quite a while, there’s been institutional change within the Labor Party … over the last 30 to 40 years.
“There is now a progressive support for Palestine where once there was a pro-US, pro-Israel position.”
Mr Shanahan sat down with Ms Credlin to discuss anti-Semitism and Jewish leaders calling for the prime minister to condemn it.
published: 13 Nov 2023
Labor facing 'fundamental' conflicts between its constituencies
Editor-at-Large at the Australian, Paul Kelly, says Labor is facing a ‘fundamental conflict’ between blue-collar workers and ‘post-material progressive elites'.
published: 26 May 2019
Senior Labor MP warns of party split
A senior Labor MP is warning the party could be split in two if it can't bring together its working class and socially progressive factions.
Member for Hunter Joel Fitzgibbon said he feared the prospect of a breakway group, similar to the anti-communist Democratic Labor Party in the 1950s.
Mr Fitzgibbon's comments come as Labor leader Anthony Albanese faces internal division triggered by concerns he will not bring the party to the political centre.
The senior right-faction member said he hoped the split could be avoided and did not think it was imminent.
published: 19 Aug 2020
Why is the Labor Party in Crisis?
A political tsunami appears to be hitting the Australian Labor Party as it wrestles with the challenges of leadership and collapse in almost every state. According to Barry Jones,...
published: 03 May 2013
A more centrist Labor means Liberal governments can't 'be as progressive as they like'
Sky News host Peta Credlin says Australia needs a strong Labor opposition that is more centrist in its policies because "Liberal governments can be as progressive as they like because the alternative would always be worse".
"Where the Libs are in office, the alternative is the green-left," she said.
"A Labor Party that returned to its working-class roots, and paid less attention to the green-left dominating their inner-city branches, would turn elections into more of a contest for the outer-metropolitan and regional seats where elections are won.
"And in the long run, a Labor Party fighting from the centre would push the Liberals back to the right and that would be just as good for the Liberals as it would be for Labor."
Labor MP Chris Minns has been tipped to become opposition leader...
published: 28 May 2021
Australian Labor Party: Understanding the Political Party in Australia
Learn about the Australian Labor Party (ALP), a major political party in Australia that has been in existence since the late 19th century and has played a significant role in shaping the political landscape of the country. This e-learning video covers the history, principles, and current status of the Australian Labor Party, including information on its leaders, policies, and impact on the political landscape of Australia. The ALP was formed in the late 19th century as a political party representing the interests of the working class, and it has been one of the major parties in Australian politics ever since. The video covers the main principles and policies of the Australian Labor Party, its leaders and members, and its impact on the political landscape of Australia throughout its history...
published: 16 Jan 2023
"The Australian Labor Party and the Left" (11/14/21 panel)
On Sunday, November 14th, 2021, the Melbourne chapter of the Platypus Affiliated Society hosted a panel discussion on the topic of the historical relationship between “The Australian Labor Party and the Left”, at the New International Bookshop, downstairs at Trades Hall in Carlton, Victoria.
An edited transcript can be read in Platypus Review #148
[platypus1917.org/2022/07/03/the-australian-labor-party-and-the-left]
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The Australian Labor Party (ALP) constituted the first national Labour government in the world, emerging from the various Labour parties founded prior to Australia’s federation. Since that time, groups on the Left have held different views of the ALP, and at particular historical junctures they have opposed or supported the ALP for distinct reasons.
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John Curtin Research Centre Executive Director Dr Nick Dyrenfurth says Labor's emphasis on progressive values is scaring "middle Australia" and contributing to ...
John Curtin Research Centre Executive Director Dr Nick Dyrenfurth says Labor's emphasis on progressive values is scaring "middle Australia" and contributing to the party's “existential crisis”.
John Curtin Research Centre Executive Director Dr Nick Dyrenfurth says Labor's emphasis on progressive values is scaring "middle Australia" and contributing to the party's “existential crisis”.
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Morrison's Lies: https://www.friendlyjordies.com/post/scott...
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Corruption: https://www.friendlyjordies.com/post/corruption-australia
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The Australian’s National Editor Dennis Shanahan says the Australian Labor Party is showing “progressive support” for Palestine.
“Indeed there are tensions wit...
The Australian’s National Editor Dennis Shanahan says the Australian Labor Party is showing “progressive support” for Palestine.
“Indeed there are tensions within the Labor Party, clearly we saw a debate at the last National Conference enhancing their position on Palestine,” Mr Shanahan told Sky News host Peta Credlin.
“This has been developing for quite a while, there’s been institutional change within the Labor Party … over the last 30 to 40 years.
“There is now a progressive support for Palestine where once there was a pro-US, pro-Israel position.”
Mr Shanahan sat down with Ms Credlin to discuss anti-Semitism and Jewish leaders calling for the prime minister to condemn it.
The Australian’s National Editor Dennis Shanahan says the Australian Labor Party is showing “progressive support” for Palestine.
“Indeed there are tensions within the Labor Party, clearly we saw a debate at the last National Conference enhancing their position on Palestine,” Mr Shanahan told Sky News host Peta Credlin.
“This has been developing for quite a while, there’s been institutional change within the Labor Party … over the last 30 to 40 years.
“There is now a progressive support for Palestine where once there was a pro-US, pro-Israel position.”
Mr Shanahan sat down with Ms Credlin to discuss anti-Semitism and Jewish leaders calling for the prime minister to condemn it.
Editor-at-Large at the Australian, Paul Kelly, says Labor is facing a ‘fundamental conflict’ between blue-collar workers and ‘post-material progressive elites'....
Editor-at-Large at the Australian, Paul Kelly, says Labor is facing a ‘fundamental conflict’ between blue-collar workers and ‘post-material progressive elites'.
Editor-at-Large at the Australian, Paul Kelly, says Labor is facing a ‘fundamental conflict’ between blue-collar workers and ‘post-material progressive elites'.
A senior Labor MP is warning the party could be split in two if it can't bring together its working class and socially progressive factions.
Member for Hunter ...
A senior Labor MP is warning the party could be split in two if it can't bring together its working class and socially progressive factions.
Member for Hunter Joel Fitzgibbon said he feared the prospect of a breakway group, similar to the anti-communist Democratic Labor Party in the 1950s.
Mr Fitzgibbon's comments come as Labor leader Anthony Albanese faces internal division triggered by concerns he will not bring the party to the political centre.
The senior right-faction member said he hoped the split could be avoided and did not think it was imminent.
A senior Labor MP is warning the party could be split in two if it can't bring together its working class and socially progressive factions.
Member for Hunter Joel Fitzgibbon said he feared the prospect of a breakway group, similar to the anti-communist Democratic Labor Party in the 1950s.
Mr Fitzgibbon's comments come as Labor leader Anthony Albanese faces internal division triggered by concerns he will not bring the party to the political centre.
The senior right-faction member said he hoped the split could be avoided and did not think it was imminent.
A political tsunami appears to be hitting the Australian Labor Party as it wrestles with the challenges of leadership and collapse in almost every state. Accord...
A political tsunami appears to be hitting the Australian Labor Party as it wrestles with the challenges of leadership and collapse in almost every state. According to Barry Jones,...
A political tsunami appears to be hitting the Australian Labor Party as it wrestles with the challenges of leadership and collapse in almost every state. According to Barry Jones,...
Sky News host Peta Credlin says Australia needs a strong Labor opposition that is more centrist in its policies because "Liberal governments can be as progressi...
Sky News host Peta Credlin says Australia needs a strong Labor opposition that is more centrist in its policies because "Liberal governments can be as progressive as they like because the alternative would always be worse".
"Where the Libs are in office, the alternative is the green-left," she said.
"A Labor Party that returned to its working-class roots, and paid less attention to the green-left dominating their inner-city branches, would turn elections into more of a contest for the outer-metropolitan and regional seats where elections are won.
"And in the long run, a Labor Party fighting from the centre would push the Liberals back to the right and that would be just as good for the Liberals as it would be for Labor."
Labor MP Chris Minns has been tipped to become opposition leader in New South Wales after Jodi McKay announced her resignation on Friday.
Ms Credlin said for Chris Minns to be effective in his new role, he would have to behave "less like Anthony Albanese, and a lot more like Joel Fitzgibbon".
Sky News host Peta Credlin says Australia needs a strong Labor opposition that is more centrist in its policies because "Liberal governments can be as progressive as they like because the alternative would always be worse".
"Where the Libs are in office, the alternative is the green-left," she said.
"A Labor Party that returned to its working-class roots, and paid less attention to the green-left dominating their inner-city branches, would turn elections into more of a contest for the outer-metropolitan and regional seats where elections are won.
"And in the long run, a Labor Party fighting from the centre would push the Liberals back to the right and that would be just as good for the Liberals as it would be for Labor."
Labor MP Chris Minns has been tipped to become opposition leader in New South Wales after Jodi McKay announced her resignation on Friday.
Ms Credlin said for Chris Minns to be effective in his new role, he would have to behave "less like Anthony Albanese, and a lot more like Joel Fitzgibbon".
Learn about the Australian Labor Party (ALP), a major political party in Australia that has been in existence since the late 19th century and has played a signi...
Learn about the Australian Labor Party (ALP), a major political party in Australia that has been in existence since the late 19th century and has played a significant role in shaping the political landscape of the country. This e-learning video covers the history, principles, and current status of the Australian Labor Party, including information on its leaders, policies, and impact on the political landscape of Australia. The ALP was formed in the late 19th century as a political party representing the interests of the working class, and it has been one of the major parties in Australian politics ever since. The video covers the main principles and policies of the Australian Labor Party, its leaders and members, and its impact on the political landscape of Australia throughout its history. Whether you're a student, researcher, or simply interested in the political history of Australia, this video provides a comprehensive overview of the Australian Labor Party and its role in shaping Australian politics
Learn about the Australian Labor Party (ALP), a major political party in Australia that has been in existence since the late 19th century and has played a significant role in shaping the political landscape of the country. This e-learning video covers the history, principles, and current status of the Australian Labor Party, including information on its leaders, policies, and impact on the political landscape of Australia. The ALP was formed in the late 19th century as a political party representing the interests of the working class, and it has been one of the major parties in Australian politics ever since. The video covers the main principles and policies of the Australian Labor Party, its leaders and members, and its impact on the political landscape of Australia throughout its history. Whether you're a student, researcher, or simply interested in the political history of Australia, this video provides a comprehensive overview of the Australian Labor Party and its role in shaping Australian politics
On Sunday, November 14th, 2021, the Melbourne chapter of the Platypus Affiliated Society hosted a panel discussion on the topic of the historical relationship b...
On Sunday, November 14th, 2021, the Melbourne chapter of the Platypus Affiliated Society hosted a panel discussion on the topic of the historical relationship between “The Australian Labor Party and the Left”, at the New International Bookshop, downstairs at Trades Hall in Carlton, Victoria.
An edited transcript can be read in Platypus Review #148
[platypus1917.org/2022/07/03/the-australian-labor-party-and-the-left]
DESCRIPTION:
The Australian Labor Party (ALP) constituted the first national Labour government in the world, emerging from the various Labour parties founded prior to Australia’s federation. Since that time, groups on the Left have held different views of the ALP, and at particular historical junctures they have opposed or supported the ALP for distinct reasons.
In what way does the Left today inherit tasks and problems from the history of those various positions, from the 1960s-70s New Left, the 1920s-30s Old Left, and socialist politics before and after Federation?
Given that history, what is the meaning of socialist politics in the present, and what does it have to do with the ALP?
PANELISTS:
- Verity Burgmann - Member of the British Socialist Workers Party in the 1970s, Australian International Socialists in the early 1980s, today an eco-Marxist activist intellectual with syndicalist sympathies. Labor historian and Adjunct Professor of Politics at Monash University.
Book: “In Our Time - Socialism and the rise of Labor, 1885-1905” https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/books/general-books/history/In-Our-Time-Verity-Burgmann-9780868615370
- Max Ogden - Former member of the Communist Party of Australia, beginning as a metalwork apprentice to shop steward and then a Educational Officer with the Australian Manufacturing Workers Union Victoria, where he worked with and alongside the greats of the Australian union and ALP movements such as Laurie Carmichael, Bob Hawke and Bill Kelty.
Book: “A long view from the Left”
https://badapplepress.com.au/product/a-long-view-from-the-left-by-max-ogden/
- David McMullen - Unreconstructed Maoist, member of the Red Eureka Movement in the late 70s and early 80s, a group that opposed the 1976 counter-revolution in China and supported the Maoist line of continuing the revolution under the dictatorship of the proletariat, with the capitalist roaders in the party being the prime target. Writes at www.simplymarxism.com
- Kevin Healy - Former member of the ALP Socialist Left (SL), Radio host on 3CR Community Radio. On the ALP executive that was sacked by federal intervention in 1970.
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On Sunday, November 14th, 2021, the Melbourne chapter of the Platypus Affiliated Society hosted a panel discussion on the topic of the historical relationship between “The Australian Labor Party and the Left”, at the New International Bookshop, downstairs at Trades Hall in Carlton, Victoria.
An edited transcript can be read in Platypus Review #148
[platypus1917.org/2022/07/03/the-australian-labor-party-and-the-left]
DESCRIPTION:
The Australian Labor Party (ALP) constituted the first national Labour government in the world, emerging from the various Labour parties founded prior to Australia’s federation. Since that time, groups on the Left have held different views of the ALP, and at particular historical junctures they have opposed or supported the ALP for distinct reasons.
In what way does the Left today inherit tasks and problems from the history of those various positions, from the 1960s-70s New Left, the 1920s-30s Old Left, and socialist politics before and after Federation?
Given that history, what is the meaning of socialist politics in the present, and what does it have to do with the ALP?
PANELISTS:
- Verity Burgmann - Member of the British Socialist Workers Party in the 1970s, Australian International Socialists in the early 1980s, today an eco-Marxist activist intellectual with syndicalist sympathies. Labor historian and Adjunct Professor of Politics at Monash University.
Book: “In Our Time - Socialism and the rise of Labor, 1885-1905” https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/books/general-books/history/In-Our-Time-Verity-Burgmann-9780868615370
- Max Ogden - Former member of the Communist Party of Australia, beginning as a metalwork apprentice to shop steward and then a Educational Officer with the Australian Manufacturing Workers Union Victoria, where he worked with and alongside the greats of the Australian union and ALP movements such as Laurie Carmichael, Bob Hawke and Bill Kelty.
Book: “A long view from the Left”
https://badapplepress.com.au/product/a-long-view-from-the-left-by-max-ogden/
- David McMullen - Unreconstructed Maoist, member of the Red Eureka Movement in the late 70s and early 80s, a group that opposed the 1976 counter-revolution in China and supported the Maoist line of continuing the revolution under the dictatorship of the proletariat, with the capitalist roaders in the party being the prime target. Writes at www.simplymarxism.com
- Kevin Healy - Former member of the ALP Socialist Left (SL), Radio host on 3CR Community Radio. On the ALP executive that was sacked by federal intervention in 1970.
__________________________
Curious to learn more about Platypus? E-mail [email protected] to be connected with a chapter in your area.
The Platypus Affiliated Society organizes reading groups, public fora, research, and journalism focused on problems and tasks inherited from the "Old" (1920s-30s), "New" (1960s-70s), and post-political (1980s-90s) Left, for the possibilities of emancipatory politics today.
http://www.platypus1917.org
Who are the major political parties in Australia and what are some of the broad issues they stand for?
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Matilda Boseley takes you on a crash course on Labor and the Liberal/National (the Coalition) parties, as well as some of the smaller parties – the Greens, One Nation and Palmer United – in the latest episode of Guardian Australia's Voting 101 series
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John Curtin Research Centre Executive Director Dr Nick Dyrenfurth says Labor's emphasis on progressive values is scaring "middle Australia" and contributing to the party's “existential crisis”.
Further reading at friendlyjorides: THE FACTS https://www.friendlyjordies.com/post/liberal-vs-labor
Morrison's Lies: https://www.friendlyjordies.com/post/scott-morrison-lies
Corruption: https://www.friendlyjordies.com/post/corruption-australia
ICAC: https://www.friendlyjordies.com/post/australia-icac
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The Australian’s National Editor Dennis Shanahan says the Australian Labor Party is showing “progressive support” for Palestine.
“Indeed there are tensions within the Labor Party, clearly we saw a debate at the last National Conference enhancing their position on Palestine,” Mr Shanahan told Sky News host Peta Credlin.
“This has been developing for quite a while, there’s been institutional change within the Labor Party … over the last 30 to 40 years.
“There is now a progressive support for Palestine where once there was a pro-US, pro-Israel position.”
Mr Shanahan sat down with Ms Credlin to discuss anti-Semitism and Jewish leaders calling for the prime minister to condemn it.
Editor-at-Large at the Australian, Paul Kelly, says Labor is facing a ‘fundamental conflict’ between blue-collar workers and ‘post-material progressive elites'.
A senior Labor MP is warning the party could be split in two if it can't bring together its working class and socially progressive factions.
Member for Hunter Joel Fitzgibbon said he feared the prospect of a breakway group, similar to the anti-communist Democratic Labor Party in the 1950s.
Mr Fitzgibbon's comments come as Labor leader Anthony Albanese faces internal division triggered by concerns he will not bring the party to the political centre.
The senior right-faction member said he hoped the split could be avoided and did not think it was imminent.
A political tsunami appears to be hitting the Australian Labor Party as it wrestles with the challenges of leadership and collapse in almost every state. According to Barry Jones,...
Sky News host Peta Credlin says Australia needs a strong Labor opposition that is more centrist in its policies because "Liberal governments can be as progressive as they like because the alternative would always be worse".
"Where the Libs are in office, the alternative is the green-left," she said.
"A Labor Party that returned to its working-class roots, and paid less attention to the green-left dominating their inner-city branches, would turn elections into more of a contest for the outer-metropolitan and regional seats where elections are won.
"And in the long run, a Labor Party fighting from the centre would push the Liberals back to the right and that would be just as good for the Liberals as it would be for Labor."
Labor MP Chris Minns has been tipped to become opposition leader in New South Wales after Jodi McKay announced her resignation on Friday.
Ms Credlin said for Chris Minns to be effective in his new role, he would have to behave "less like Anthony Albanese, and a lot more like Joel Fitzgibbon".
Learn about the Australian Labor Party (ALP), a major political party in Australia that has been in existence since the late 19th century and has played a significant role in shaping the political landscape of the country. This e-learning video covers the history, principles, and current status of the Australian Labor Party, including information on its leaders, policies, and impact on the political landscape of Australia. The ALP was formed in the late 19th century as a political party representing the interests of the working class, and it has been one of the major parties in Australian politics ever since. The video covers the main principles and policies of the Australian Labor Party, its leaders and members, and its impact on the political landscape of Australia throughout its history. Whether you're a student, researcher, or simply interested in the political history of Australia, this video provides a comprehensive overview of the Australian Labor Party and its role in shaping Australian politics
On Sunday, November 14th, 2021, the Melbourne chapter of the Platypus Affiliated Society hosted a panel discussion on the topic of the historical relationship between “The Australian Labor Party and the Left”, at the New International Bookshop, downstairs at Trades Hall in Carlton, Victoria.
An edited transcript can be read in Platypus Review #148
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The Australian Labor Party (ALP) constituted the first national Labour government in the world, emerging from the various Labour parties founded prior to Australia’s federation. Since that time, groups on the Left have held different views of the ALP, and at particular historical junctures they have opposed or supported the ALP for distinct reasons.
In what way does the Left today inherit tasks and problems from the history of those various positions, from the 1960s-70s New Left, the 1920s-30s Old Left, and socialist politics before and after Federation?
Given that history, what is the meaning of socialist politics in the present, and what does it have to do with the ALP?
PANELISTS:
- Verity Burgmann - Member of the British Socialist Workers Party in the 1970s, Australian International Socialists in the early 1980s, today an eco-Marxist activist intellectual with syndicalist sympathies. Labor historian and Adjunct Professor of Politics at Monash University.
Book: “In Our Time - Socialism and the rise of Labor, 1885-1905” https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/books/general-books/history/In-Our-Time-Verity-Burgmann-9780868615370
- Max Ogden - Former member of the Communist Party of Australia, beginning as a metalwork apprentice to shop steward and then a Educational Officer with the Australian Manufacturing Workers Union Victoria, where he worked with and alongside the greats of the Australian union and ALP movements such as Laurie Carmichael, Bob Hawke and Bill Kelty.
Book: “A long view from the Left”
https://badapplepress.com.au/product/a-long-view-from-the-left-by-max-ogden/
- David McMullen - Unreconstructed Maoist, member of the Red Eureka Movement in the late 70s and early 80s, a group that opposed the 1976 counter-revolution in China and supported the Maoist line of continuing the revolution under the dictatorship of the proletariat, with the capitalist roaders in the party being the prime target. Writes at www.simplymarxism.com
- Kevin Healy - Former member of the ALP Socialist Left (SL), Radio host on 3CR Community Radio. On the ALP executive that was sacked by federal intervention in 1970.
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The Progressive Labour Party (PLP) is a minor political party in Australia. The party is a broad left-wing party started by, among others, dissident former members of the Australian Labor Party in 1996. The party alleges that Labor has abandoned its traditional working-class supporters as it has moved towards the political right in recent years. The party ran Senate tickets in New South Wales and Western Australia and contested several House of Representatives seats at the 9 October 2004 election.
The party regularly makes submissions to Senate and other committees on a broad range of issues.
Core principles
• Support an end to ‘economic rationalism’, privatisation and National Competition Policy;
• Recognise the right of everyone to quality health, education, housing and welfare as a right, not
a privilege;
• Seek to boost public education funding, especially in disadvantaged areas such as the rural
sector;