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McCormack refused to rule out the possibility of the coalition splitting if forced into a rigid position on the climate policy. Instead, he advocates for dialogue and the potential for amendments or alternative approaches. He underlined the urgency of addressing the 2035 targets, which threaten to impose additional constraints on regional communities and industries.
Political Significance and Public Sentiment
The interview underscored the deepening divide within Australian politics regarding climate policy. While the Labor government and some coalition members push forward with ambitious emissions reduction plans, a substantial segment of the Nationals, represented here by McCormack and Joyce, oppose these measures, citing concerns over their socio-economic impacts.