Former Blair MP Cameron Thompson talks about Hanson, and the highs and lows of being a politician

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Former Blair MP Cameron Thompson talks about Hanson, and the highs and lows of being a politician

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What is life really like at the coalface of politics and what drives someone to run as a candidate? In this one-on-one chat with former member for Blair Cameron Thompson, you'll hear some surprising and insightful answers including the impact of Pauline Hanson during the 1998 election campaign. It’s an honest discussion which also reveals the highs and lows of being a local member in federal parliament.
Published: 11 February 2021.
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