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Young, Dumb & Politically DisengagedAuthor: Lesley Pianella
A 20-something millennial explores the many ways Australia's political landscape impacts society with the help of older, smarter and more politically engaged folk than her. Language: en-au Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Janet Rice: Greens Senator - Victoria
Episode 10
Sunday, 31 October, 2021
A founding member of the Greens in Victoria, Janet Rice took her seat as a Greens Senator in 2014. She began her working life campaigning to protect forests as a trained climate scientist and was part of the famous 1983 Franklin River Blockade. As Mayor of the City of Maribyrnong, Janet positioned the council as a leader in reducing carbon pollution and acting against global warming. In Parliament, Janet advocates for federal funding for public transport, bike and walking infrastructure, protecting Australia’s native forests and animals, and proudly fights for the rights of LGBTIQ+ communities. October saw climate talks, states opening up and borders coming down. We chat about Glasgow's COP26 climate conference, the dark truth about poverty in Australia, and the personal journey Janet shared with her late wife Penny as members of the LGBTIQ+ community.
