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Between 1949 and 1972, Australia’s federal government was controlled by the Coalition, with 17 of those 23 years occurring under the party’s founder, Sir Robert Menzies.
This era brought a great many challenges to Australia and the world, as the Cold War and rapid technological progress demanded adaptable leaders and policy heavily focused on the will of the people.
During the rise of communism and the growth of the Australian state, Menzies emphasised ownership and the importance of people having a stake in society.
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Tarric is an Australian freelance journalist and independent analyst who covers economics, finance, and geopolitics. Tarric is the author of the Avid Commentator Report. His works have appeared in The Washington DC Examiner, The Spectator, The Sydney Morning Herald, News.com.au, among other places.