One year on from the Federal Election, four of the country's most incisive political minds take stock. What’s the state of our national political climate and of the major and minor parties? What does the Albanese government stand for? How should we approach our relationship with the USA and other global superpowers? How can we address inequality in Australia?

Expect clear-eyed, frank and informed commentary from Sean Kelly, Amy Remeikis, Don Watson and host Barrie Cassidy as they discuss how the political decisions of the past have led us to this current moment.

Recorded live at Melbourne Writers Festival 2026.

One year on from the Federal Election, four of the country's most incisive political minds take stock. What&rsquo;s the state of our national political climate and of the major and minor parties? What does the Albanese government stand for? How should we approach our relationship with the USA and other global superpowers? How can we address inequality in Australia?
Expect clear-eyed, frank and informed commentary from Sean Kelly, Amy Remeikis, Don Watson and host Barrie Cassidy as they discuss how the political decisions of the past have led us to this current moment.
Recorded live at Melbourne Writers Festival 2026.

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