{"title":"Wayne Errington","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Wayne Errington collection, where the complexities of Australian politics come to life through insightful analysis and engaging narratives. Wayne Errington, a prominent political commentator and academic, delves deeply into the intricate workings of political leadership and governance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eErrington's works, such as \u003cem\u003eHow Good is Scott Morrison?\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eWho Dares Loses\u003c\/em\u003e, provide readers with a nuanced understanding of Australia's political landscape. With a focus on contemporary issues, these books explore the strategic manoeuvres and policy decisions that shape the nation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a category dedicated to Politics \u0026amp; Current Affairs, this collection invites readers to explore the motivations, challenges, and legacies of political figures. Whether you're a seasoned political enthusiast or new to the discussion, Wayne Errington's books offer a comprehensive and accessible gateway into the world of politics.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"how-good-is-scott-morrison-by-wayne-errington-9780733645747","title":"How Good is Scott Morrison?","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithout fear or favour, \u003ci\u003eHow Good is Scott Morrison?\u003c\/i\u003e examines the trials and tribulations of our 30th prime minister. Investigating Morrison's unlikely rise to the liberal leadership and his miracle electoral win, van Onselen and Errington put his leadership under the spotlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCovering Morrison's disastrous management of the catastrophic bushfire season that was highlighted by the extraordinary statement, 'I don't hold the hose, mate,' and the decision to holiday while the country burned, \u003ci\u003eHow Good is Scott Morrison?\u003c\/i\u003e shows his resolve and the redemption the government's response to the pandemic brought him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRight now, Scott Morrison seems unassailable and sure to win the next election, but what exactly is his vision for Australia? A pragmatist rather than an ideologue, he is a deeply Pentecostal religious man but he doesn't wear his faith as a badge of honour. So what does he really believe in?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the history of this period is written, Morrison will certainly be seen as an election winner, but will he be viewed as having had the courage and vision to change Australia for the better, or the worse?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis book rips away the PR curtain to look at the real sins and virtues of our 30th prime minister.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- \u003cb\u003eLaurie Oakes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eScott Morrison is very good at doing not much and yet winning the politics. Errington and van Onselen have produced a forensic examination of a - so far - flawed leadership.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- \u003cb\u003eBarrie Cassidy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849289060588,"sku":"9780733645747","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5157763482449.jpg?v=1759033594"},{"product_id":"who-dares-loses-by-peter-van-onselen-9781922464637","title":"Who Dares Loses","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy does Australia go through cycles of public policy boldness and timidity? The COVID-19 crisis has shown that the Australian political system has much more tolerance for policy innovation than appeared to be the case on the evidence of the previous twenty years. As another election approaches, though, the signs are that both major parties are keen for a return to policy caution. In \u003ci\u003eWho Dares Loses: Pariah Policies\u003c\/i\u003e, Wayne Errington and Peter van Onselen explain the political constraints on policymakers and the ways in which they are changing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe obvious comparison to the policy urgency of COVID-19 is climate change, where successive governments have failed to rise to the challenge. Framing climate change as an emergency won't make any difference to the web of interests that has prevented an effective response from Australian governments. However, climate change is one of a series of issues where the major parties are less than frank with voters. The need to raise revenue to deal with such policy problems, as well as social inequality, has to be front and centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLabor took some modest tax proposals to the 2019 election but hasn't dealt with the underlying problem: Australia's tax system relies too much on personal and corporate income. This book suggests alternative sources of revenue and spending reforms. In addition, it examines the limited debates over welfare, Medicare and public broadcasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSome of these ideas have been around for decades. Others are the product of new technology. 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