Progressive activists and unionists are being advised to avoid personal attacks and instead focus on economic issues when engaging with One Nation supporters ahead of the Victorian election. Strategists have emphasized the importance of steering conversations away from direct criticism of figures like Pauline Hanson, urging a more measured approach. The guidance comes as campaigners prepare for face-to-face discussions with voters in an effort to shift the political dialogue. The shift reflects a tactical rethink in how progressive groups engage with supporters of the right-wing party.
Exclusive: strategic rethink urges progressive activists to respectfully steer one-on-one conversations with One Nation supporters towards economic concernsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe message from strategists was blunt: do not, however tempting, personally attack Pauline Hanson or call her a racist.The request has been made to progressive campaigners and unionists who have been asked to start one-on-one conversations with One Nation supporters before the Victorian election in November. Continue reading...
