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With Pauline Hanson’s One Nation surpassing the Coalition in recent polls, former Coalition advisor John Adams has announced his decision to join One Nation. This move comes at a time when Australia is grappling with a myriad of challenges, from economic instability to concerns over domestic security and public integrity.
Adams, who previously served as an economic advisor to a Coalition Senator, cites Australia’s ongoing crises as the impetus for his decision. He argues that the country’s decline is not merely a perception but is reflected in objective metrics dating back to the early 2000s. According to Adams, millions of Australians are recognizing that the traditional Labor-Liberal/National establishment is failing to address the nation’s pressing issues.
Reasons for Joining One Nation
Adams’ decision to join One Nation was not made lightly. Having been a member of the Liberal Party until 2016, he acknowledges the personal ramifications of this shift. However, after a decade in political limbo as an independent, Adams believes that the current political establishment is detrimental to Australia’s future.
He argues that One Nation has been the most consistent and courageous political force in addressing a range of issues, including misconduct within Australia’s banking system, digital censorship, and the housing crisis. Adams states,
“One Nation has consistently demonstrated a genuine concern for ordinary Australians, contrasting sharply with the uniparty establishment.”
The Bondi Terror Attack: A Turning Point
The recent Bondi terrorist attack has been a significant factor in Adams’ decision. He believes that the root causes of such incidents are deeply intertwined with Australia’s immigration and national identity policies. Adams notes that Pauline Hanson’s long-held beliefs on these issues, once controversial, are now seen by many as prescient.
Comparing Hanson’s warnings to those of Winston Churchill in the 1930s, Adams emphasizes the importance of addressing the social and cultural ramifications of a disunited society. He draws parallels to historical warnings by former Prime Minister Robert Menzies, who cautioned against the pitfalls of a non-homogenous population.
The Hawke Tradition and Its Abandonment
Adams recalls the bipartisan immigration policy enshrined by then Prime Minister Bob Hawke in 1989, which emphasized a commitment to Australia’s future. However, he argues that recent governments have strayed from this principle, citing the treatment of Australians who joined the Islamic State as a significant departure.
The return of so-called ‘ISIS brides’ has been particularly contentious. Adams criticizes the current government’s stance, stating,
“The proposition that civil liberties need to be suspended to preserve multiculturalism has alarmed many Australians.”
One Nation’s Vision for Australia
Amidst these challenges, Adams believes that One Nation is the only political party capable of delivering both social cohesion and the protection of civil liberties. He asserts that the party’s policies on immigration and citizenship are crucial in the wake of the Bondi attack.
Adams concludes that Australia requires bold and principled leadership, unafraid to challenge the status quo. He highlights the long-standing warnings from Senators Pauline Hanson and Malcolm Roberts, which he believes have been vindicated over time.
As opinion polls indicate a shift in the political landscape, Adams joins a growing number of Australians who are disillusioned with the current establishment. He sees One Nation as the only viable entity committed to reversing the nation’s decline and has pledged his support to this cause.
John Adams is a professional economist and served as an economic advisor to Senator Arthur Sinodinos in 2012/13. He was a member of the Liberal Party from 2005 to 2016.
