Cathy McGowan on how to run a community independent campaign
January 14, 2025
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Episode 1447 · January 14, 2025
Cathy McGowan on how to run a community independent campaign
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<p dir="ltr">When Cathy McGowan won the seat of Indi as an independent in 2013, it sent shockwaves through the political establishment. The Liberal Party had lost what was supposed to be one of their safe seats.</p> <p dir="ltr">At the time, McGowan was one of only two independents in the House of Representatives. </p> <p dir="ltr">In 2022, the Liberals lost six seats to independents, and at least 51 electorates across the country are currently planning to put forward a community backed independent in this year’s election.</p> <p dir="ltr">Today, former federal MP Cathy McGowan on which major party candidates should be worried about their seats – and if there’s such a thing as too many independents in parliament.</p> <p> </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Socials:</strong><strong> </strong>Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.twitter.com/7ampodcast">Twitter</a> and <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Guest:</strong> Former federal MP, Cathy McGowan</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
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