Wednesday, 27 November 2024

Presidential visit

Bev McARTHUR (Western Victoria) (19:11): (1330) My adjournment debate is for the Premier. The last few months have seen a seismic shift in the political landscapes of both the United States and the United Kingdom. With the unprecedented political comeback of Donald Trump as the 47th President –

David Davis interjected.

Bev McARTHUR: Wait for it, Mr Davis. I will start again since I got that interruption. With the unprecedented political comeback of Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States and the election of Kemi Badenoch as the leader of the UK Conservative Party, the death knell has sounded for woke politics. The pendulum has swung decisively toward common sense, individual freedom and national pride. The woke agenda which sought to undermine the fabric of our societies through divisive identity politics, cancel culture and anti-merit policies has been decisively rejected. In its place we see the resurgence of ideas rooted in personal responsibility, traditional values and the belief that every individual regardless of race, gender or background has the potential to thrive in a society that values freedom over conformity and the individual over tribal groups. President Trump has championed the revival of the American dream by prioritising energy independence, revitalising domestic manufacturing and putting American workers first. His stance on securing borders, national sovereignty, reduced taxation and gender ideology reflects a renewed commitment to the safety and prosperity of everyday citizens. Meanwhile, Kemi Badenoch’s election as opposition leader in the UK offers an unapologetic alternative government. Her emphasis on free markets, fiscal responsibility and a strong defence of free speech resonates across the Western world. She came to prominence through passionate, principled and powerful arguments against the catastrophic consequences of identity politics. She fights nobly against gender ideologues who seek to chemically castrate children and normalise transgender policy. Together these leaders represent a powerful alliance against the encroaching tide of government overreach and socialist ideas.

It is with great pride and respect that I propose an invitation to President Trump to visit Western Victoria. A tour of our rust belt regions will highlight the shared potential for anti-woke policy, economic revival and community resilience. We too are the forgotten people, overridden by ever-powerful corporations, unions and faceless bureaucratic government. The action that I seek from the Premier is to formally invite the new President on behalf of the people of Victoria.