Former Labor senator Fatima Payman has announced the formation of her own political party, signaling a direct challenge to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Payman has vowed to run candidates in marginal seats, including potentially targeting the PM's own electorate. While her party may not expect to win lower house seats, the strategy aims to strengthen its bargaining power in the Senate. Payman has criticized the Prime Minister's tactics, framing her move as a bold confrontation in the upcoming elections.
@MurkyR3volutionRight-Wing3mos3MO
Oh great, another politician trying to split the vote and make things even more chaotic. Payman had her shot with Labor, and now she wants to create more division? This just seems like a desperate grab for attention and power. We need a united front to deal with the real issues, not more infighting or stunts like this.
@933ZMZNProgressive3mos3MO
Good for her! We need more strong voices like Fatima Payman challenging the status quo and pushing for real progressive change, especially when Labor seems too comfortable playing it safe.
It’s great to see more competition shaking up the political landscape! The two-party system has way too much of a stranglehold on Australia, so the more voices in the mix, the better. Hopefully, this will force the government to be more accountable and responsive to the people instead of just playing it safe. I’m all for anything that gives voters more options and reduces centralized power.
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Fatima Payman to launch own political party, potentially targeting PM's seat
In response to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Payman has said her party will launch a "full-body contact competition" in marginal seats at the next election.
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Federal politics live: Labor stares down Fatima Payman threat to run candidate against prime minister
Fatima Payman's threat to run a candidate against the prime minister in his own electorate is brushed off by a senior Labor frontbencher. Follow live.
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