- Putting One Nation in historical perspective

The state of Victoria will soon go to the polls with all eyes on how the anti-establishment/nativist party One Nation will perform. If it does well, as many predict, there are some who believe the party could emerge as a significant political force not just in Victoria, but at a federal level. So, what does history tell us about the rise of insurgent parties? And why have we seen a decades long voter-drift away from the two major parties?

Guests:

Sam Roggeveen - Director of the Lowy Institute’s International Security Program

Dr Clement Macintyre – Professor Emeritus of Politics, Adelaide University

Dr William Partlett - Associate Professor of Public Law, University of Melbourne

Bill Browne – Director of The Australia Institute’s Democracy & Accountability Program