Anthony Albanese’s government faces significant challenges – looming climate disaster, a widening wealth gap and international security concerns. 

But a year after the election, it’s hard to judge how it will respond to these circumstances. Albanese promises a bold reformist agenda, but the government often appears cautious and slow in its delivery.

Anthony Albanese himself comes from the left of the party, but opponents like the Greens have called his government ‘centre-right’.

Today, contributor to The Monthly Sean Kelly, on trying to pin down the real intentions of the Albanese government.Socials: 

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Guest: Contributor to The Monthly and former adviser to Labor prime ministers Julia Gillard and Kevin Rudd, Sean Kelly.

Anthony Albanese’s government faces significant challenges – looming climate disaster, a widening wealth gap and international security concerns. But a year after the election, it’s hard to judge how it will respond to these circumstances. Albanese promises a bold reformist agenda, but the government often appears cautious and slow in its delivery.Anthony Albanese himself comes from the left of the party, but opponents like the Greens have called his government ‘centre-right’.Today, contributor to The Monthly Sean Kelly, on trying to pin down the real intentions of the Albanese government.Socials: 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>Guest: Contributor to The Monthly and former adviser to Labor prime ministers Julia Gillard and Kevin Rudd, Sean Kelly.

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