The Clinton Scandal in Retrospect

Australian Politics and Policy: 2021 Senior Edition

“…Key liberal thinkers such as John Locke and Adam Smith are often viewed as falling within the classical liberal tradition. 42 In the 19th century, a different form of liberalism began to emerge, described variously as 'social liberalism' , 'new liberalism' or 'modern liberalism' . 43 Associated with the work of J.S.…”

“…It does, on the whole, advance a socially conservative agenda. 42 The National Party, like the Liberal Party, is also highly critical of the role of unions and their impact on economic activity.…”

“…41 Advocates argue that information technology is transforming the relationship between governments, bureaucracies and the public through the reintegration of public services; needs-based, simpler and more agile whole-of-client service delivery; and the generation of greater productivity through digitisation. 42 37 Alford and O'Flynn 2012, 8;Butcher andGilchrist 2016, 5. 38 Greve 2015, 50;Osborne 2010, 9.…”

“…41 However, once there was federal legislation, it was to prevail to the extent that there was any inconsistency with the state legislation. 42 As the arbiter of the Constitution, the High Court was responsible for determining precisely how the constitutional allocation of power between the federal and state governments would work. In undertaking this task, the High Court, at first, interpreted the Constitution in a way that intentionally favoured the states.…”

“…CTA was frequently opposed in the Council by the socially and environmentally progressive Australian Democrats, with both parties critical to the passage of government Bills at different times between 1988 and 1995. 42 After 1995, other minor parties became important players in the Council at various times. Of the minor parties currently represented in the Council, the Greens have the strongest organisation.…”