Australian Labor MP attacks party's stance on internal dissent

Backbencher Ed Husic criticized the Australian Labor Party for becoming 'allergic to dissent' at its party conference. His rebuke contrasts with the PM's framing of party unity as an electoral advantage over political opponents.

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Husic says Labor ‘allergic to dissent’ as he breaks ranks on key government positions at party conference

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Criticism comes as prime minister frames unity as point of difference to political opponents, saying ALP chooses ‘progress over protest’ Outspoken Labor MP Ed Husic claims the party has become “allergic” to dissent and dispute, warning the unity on show at its tightly controlled national conference could backfire. The former industry minister broke ranks with the government on the first day of Lab