Two Key Unions Turn on Labor, Running Attack Ads and Pulling Campaign Funds A Month Out from Victorian Election
Victorian State Election: Labor Faces Backlash from Major Unions
Two major unions in Victoria, Australia, have taken a sharp turn against the Labor government ahead of the upcoming state election. The Australian Services Union (ASU) has launched a series of attack ads targeting Ben Carroll, while the Electrical Trades Union (ETU) has decided not to run a statewide campaign for Labor.
The Labor-aligned ASU has commenced its campaign against the government, with ads featuring the slogan "Ben Lied. Labor Lies." The union argues that the Labor Party has failed to deliver on its promises and is now targeting Ben Carroll, a prominent Labor figure.
In a surprising move, the ASU has also confirmed that it will not engage in door-knocking activities on behalf of the Labor Party in the coming weeks. This decision comes as the union seeks to distance itself from the government and highlight its concerns over Labor's performance.
On the other hand, the ETU state council has resolved to divert funds from its previous $1.6 million campaign backing the Labor Party to support its members who are scheduled to appear before the construction royal commission.
The Electrical Trades Union has expressed its dissatisfaction with the Labor government's handling of the royal commission, prompting a shift in strategy for the union.
The tensions between the unions and the Labor Party highlight the growing discontent among labor groups in Victoria, casting doubt on the party's chances in the upcoming election.
The Victorian state election is scheduled for October 24th, and the actions of these major unions could significantly impact the outcome of the election.
The Australian Services Union's decision to distance itself from the Labor Party comes as the union expresses concerns over the government's performance and its lack of delivery on promised reforms.
The Electrical Trades Union's shift in strategy demonstrates the union's dissatisfaction with the Labor Party's handling of the construction royal commission.
The actions of these unions reflect the growing discontent among labor groups in Victoria, raising questions about the Labor Party's prospects in the upcoming election.
The Victorian state election is set for October 24th, highlighting the potential impact of these unions' actions on the election's outcome.
Australian Services Union and Electrical Trades Union Distance Themselves from Labor Party Ahead of Election
- The Australian Services Union (ASU) has taken a step back from Labor, expressing concern over the government's performance and its lack of commitment to delivering promised reforms.
- The Electrical Trades Union (ETU) has shifted its strategy, demonstrating its dissatisfaction with the Labor Party's handling of the construction royal commission.
- The actions of these unions reflect the growing discontent among labor groups in Victoria, casting doubt on the Labor Party's prospects in the upcoming election.
The Victorian state election is scheduled for October 24th, emphasizing the potential impact of these unions' actions on the election's outcome.
Victorian State Election: Labor Faces Unlikely Allies
- Two major unions in Victoria, Australia, are distancing themselves from the Labor Party as the Victorian state election approaches.
- Australian Services Union (ASU) is concerned about the government's performance and its lack of commitment to delivering promised reforms.
- Electrical Trades Union (ETU) is discontent with the Labor Party's handling of the construction royal commission.
The upcoming Victorian state election, scheduled for October 24th, highlights the potential impact of these unions' actions on the election's outcome.
Unions' Dissatisfaction Ahead of Victorian Election
- Two key unions in Victoria, Australia, are distancing themselves from the Labor Party as the Victorian state election draws near.
- The Australian Services Union (ASU) is worried about the government's performance and its lack of commitment to fulfilling promised reforms.
- The Electrical Trades Union (ETU) is unhappy with the Labor Party's handling of the construction royal commission.
The upcoming Victorian state election, set for October 24th, underscores the potential impact of these unions' actions on the election's outcome.
<small>Source: The Guardian — read the original story there.</small>
