Despite months of denying negotiations, Labor and the Liberals have buddied up to rush through electoral reforms that work to prop up the dying two-party system in Australia.
The deal increases secrecy over donations, and lets peak bodies like the Business Council and Minerals Council continue to pump millions of dollars into our elections.
Right now, it's clear that our democracy is for sale.
Politicians should work for all of us. Instead, they work in the interests of their big corporate donors.
Did you know?
It's no wonder the political class is feeling the heat, The combined vote of Labor and the Coalition has been steadily declining for decades – from 98% in 1951 to just 68% at the last election!
The Greens are the only party with a clear plan for stronger transparency, truth in advertising, and getting big money out of politics.
By removing the influence of big money and focusing on real solutions, we can restore trust in our democracy and deliver outcomes that benefit everyone, not just the wealthy few.