Before things get totally hysterical over the next few days, let’s talk about what betrayal really looks like
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Let’s start with the obvious. When it comes to soaring energy prices, Labor is in a tight spot.
During the election campaign, and in the months before, Anthony Albanese said Labor’s powering Australia policy would lead to lower power prices. More renewables in the market would reduce household energy bills by $275 by 2025.
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