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Mia remarked that these antics are infantilizing and do little to address the serious concerns facing young Australians. She emphasized that genuine engagement would require politicians to tackle policy issues such as housing affordability and economic stability—areas where the current approach lacks credibility.
The Gap Between Surface Politics and Substance
Both young and older voters are becoming increasingly discerning, capable of distinguishing showmanship from meaningful policy. The public is skeptical of superficial gestures, favoring substantive solutions over symbolic optics. Mia underscored that the opportunity for the coalition to differentiate itself from government failures exists but is being squandered by prioritizing style over substance.