Australia's Labor party agreed to AUKUS while in opposition, prioritizing consensus with major powers over compassion in politics.

Australia's political consensus often lacks compassion, focusing more on gaining consensus with oppositions and major powers. In Australia, Labor agreed immediately to AUKUS while in opposition to avoid conflict and maintain international security agreements. This prioritization of consensus with oppositions and major powers overshadows the importance of cooperation and compassion in politics for many democratic governments.

July 28, 2024
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