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29 July 2026

I’m running against the prime minister to stand up to a system that has facilitated the success of Pauline Hanson | Hannah Ferguson

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Source reporting: Guardian Australia Politics

I’m running against the prime minister to stand up to a system that has facilitated the success of Pauline Hanson | Hannah Ferguson

I refuse to allow a cynical outlook of politics infect our country, which is why I’m standing as an independent in Anthony Albanese’s seat of Grayndler The seat is currently represented by the prime minister, Anthony Albanese. The response has been overwhelming and largely positive. Much of the criticism has been made in good faith and is crucial for me to hear and respond to. A lot of it has also been men calling me an attention-seeking influencer – but hey, that’s democracy baby.

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