The End of Certainty: Scott Morrison and Pandemic Politics: Quarterly Essay 79

Discover 'The End of Certainty: Scott Morrison and Pandemic Politics,' a compelling Quarterly Essay 79 by Katharine Murphy that delves deep into the impact of COVID-19 on Australia and its leadership. This insightful analysis examines how the pandemic has served as a mirror, reflecting the strengths and weaknesses of Prime Minister Scott Morrison's government. Through exclusive interviews and thorough research, the essay sheds light on critical health and economic decisions made during the crisis. Readers will gain a unique perspective on Morrison's blend of pragmatism and faith, revealing how his once unseen vulnerabilities came to the forefront. Explore what the phrase 'We're all in this together' truly signifies in the context of Australian politics, as Morrison navigates the challenges of rising unemployment and public trust. This trade paperback edition, published by Black Inc in 2020, features 128 pages—perfect for those looking to understand the intersection of leadership and crisis management in a changing political landscape. With FREE shipping available on this product, enhance your political reading collection today and discover what lies ahead for Australia under Morrison's leadership. Order now from Smartfox NZ.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760642761
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2020
Publisher: Black Inc
Pages: 128


Description:
Epidemics are mirrors. What has COVID-19 revealed about Australia, and about Scott Morrison and his government? In this gripping essay, Katharine Murphy goes behind the scenes to tell the story of the response to the crisis. Drawing on interviews with Morrison, Brendan Murphy, Josh Frydenberg, Sally McManus and other players, she traces how the key health and economic decisions were taken.

Her account is twinned with a portrait of the prime minister. She explores his blend of pragmatism and faith, and shows how a leader characterised by secrecy and fierce certainty learnt to compromise and reach out - with notable exceptions. Now, as the nation turns inwards and unemployment rises, our faith in government is about to be tested anew. What does 'We're all in this together' truly mean? Will Morrison snap back to Liberal hard-man, or will he redefine centre-right politics in this country?

'Morrison's a partisan, blue team to the core, but his political philosophy is hard to pin down, because it is predominantly trouble-shooting. By instinct, Morrison is a power player and a populist, not a philosopher; a repairer of walls, not a writer of manifestos... his conservatism is extreme pragmatism in defence of what he regards as the core of the nation.' Katharine Murphy, The End of Certainty

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