Part 8/9:
Urgency and the Need for Political Action
Time is of the essence, as the 2035 targets threaten to accelerate policy shifts that could bankrupt or heavily burden small businesses and regional communities. The speaker urges the government to consider the economic and social fallout, emphasizing that many within the Liberal Party share concerns about the current trajectory.
Public and Political Sentiment
Despite some members fearing the political risks of opposing climate commitments, there's a growing sense that Australians are finally seeing the broader picture—recognizing that stringent climate policies require balancing environmental goals with economic realities.