In politics, there’s nothing quite like a book launch to remind everyone you’re here if they need. 

Josh Frydenberg is back, with a new book, some pointed criticism of his party, and perhaps an eye on a return to Canberra. Meanwhile, Angus Taylor is steering the Liberals firmly to the right, although even that hasn’t spared him a heckling from the conservative faithful.

For Anthony Albanese, it’s a welcome distraction from what has been a torrid couple of weeks for the government. His own MPs are getting restless, and the prime minister's own confidence isn’t proving contagious.

Today, columnist Paul Bongiorno on the Liberals’ competing visions, Labor’s midterm blues, and a prime minister waiting for the wind to change. 

 

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Guest: Press gallery veteran Paul Bongiorno

Photo: AAP Image/Sarah Wilson

In politics, there&rsquo;s nothing quite like a book launch to remind everyone you&rsquo;re here if they need.&nbsp;
Josh Frydenberg is back, with a new book, some pointed criticism of his party, and perhaps an eye on a return to Canberra. Meanwhile, Angus Taylor is steering the Liberals firmly to the right, although even that hasn&rsquo;t spared him a heckling from the conservative faithful.
For Anthony Albanese, it&rsquo;s a welcome distraction from what has been a torrid couple of weeks for the government. His own MPs are getting restless, and the prime minister's own confidence isn&rsquo;t proving contagious.
Today, columnist Paul Bongiorno on the Liberals&rsquo; competing visions, Labor&rsquo;s midterm blues, and a prime minister waiting for the wind to change.&nbsp;
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If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at <a href="http://7ampodcast.com.au/support">7ampodcast.com.au/support</a>.
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Guest: Press gallery veteran Paul Bongiorno
Photo:&nbsp;AAP Image/Sarah Wilson

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Is Josh Frydenberg coming for Angus Taylor?

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