Why do people support One Nation? The hard data

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As polling in the realm of Australian federal politics increasingly shows the distribution of the primary vote as a three-horse race, many have been left wondering how One Nation has come from relative obscurity to at times lead the pack in terms of primary vote.

As part of a report authored by Labor strategist Bruce Hawker and pollster John Utting, 1,000 voters who currently put their support behind One Nation were polled on a series of questions as to why One Nation has got their vote.

Among One Nation supporters, 91% say the country is heading in the wrong direction, compared with 62% of voters overall.

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About the author
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.
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