June 29, 2024
New Governor General, Right Appointment or Not?

The player is loading ...

On our latest podcast episode, we dig into the intriguing appointment of Samantha Mosstyn as Australia's new Governor-General. Mosstyn, an outspoken activist and committed republican, has raised eyebrows with her past prolific tweets on X (formerly Twitter) advocating for a republic. Interestingly, these tweets were deleted shortly after she was informed of her new, generously salaried position. This brings up a compelling question: how can one reconcile being a staunch republican while serving as the King’s representative in Australia? Is this a case of practical politics, or does it smack of hypocrisy? Join us as we unpack the complexities and controversies surrounding this appointment.