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On the other hand, Labour remains firm in their position, refusing to engage in any pre-vote deals. Their leader, Dean Winter, is notably cautious about aligning too closely with progressive independents and the Greens, fearing political compromises that could weaken their stance.
The Mathematical Puzzle
The numbers tell a complicated story. Labour needs the support of the Greens and independents to oust the government, but the Greens' reluctance to fully commit introduces a significant variable. With the Greens signaling potential abstention, the possibility of the no-confidence motion failing increases. If that happens, the political deadlock continues, leaving Tasmania without a clear direction.