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When Scott Morrison lost his job as prime minister, it was women who sacked him.

A review commissioned by the Liberal Party after the 2022 election found that a decline in support among women was a decisive factor in their loss.

The report outlined ways the party might win women back. But three years on, that hasn’t happened.

Today, contributor to The Saturday Paper Bri Lee, on what women want – and why they’re not getting it from the Liberal Party.

If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.

Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram

Guest: Contributor to The Saturday Paper, Bri Lee.

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Bri Lee on the Liberal Party’s problem with women

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When Scott Morrison lost his job as prime minister, it was women who sacked him.

A review commissioned by the Liberal Party after the 2022 election found that a decline in support among women was a decisive factor in their loss.

The report outlined ways the party might win women back. But three years on, that hasn’t happened.

Today, contributor to The Saturday Paper Bri Lee, on what women want – and why they’re not getting it from the Liberal Party.

If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.

Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram

Guest: Contributor to The Saturday Paper, Bri Lee.

Photo: Supplied.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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