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Liberal Party Faces Leadership, Legal, and Demographic Challenges After Historic Election Loss

Sussan Ley's leadership begins amid mounting legal battles, demographic erosion, and calls for a strategic overhaul to rebuild the party's future.

As the Liberal Party looks to recover from a colossal election loss, The Feed speaks with young Liberals about where the party went wrong, and whether it can engage young voters in the future.

Overview

  • Sussan Ley has become the first female leader of the federal Liberal Party following its worst post-war electoral defeat, holding just 30% of lower house seats.
  • The party is grappling with legal setbacks, including a $2.3 million defamation cost order against former Victorian opposition leader John Pesutto and a lawsuit over bungled council nominations in NSW.
  • Support among millennial, Gen Z, and female voters has plummeted, with many turning to independents and minor parties, highlighting a growing demographic disconnect.
  • Experts and party insiders draw parallels to the 1983 election defeat, emphasizing the need for fresh strategies, better engagement with diverse communities, and addressing talent gaps on the front bench.
  • The party's historical resistance to gender quotas and evolving voter priorities underscore the urgency of redefining its policy platform and rebuilding trust with key demographics.