Hanson Meets Farage, Predicts Reform UK Movement Will Reach Australia
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson indicated that the populist wave currently reshaping UK politics could soon influence Australia. This came after her meeting with Reform UK founder Nigel Farage at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Florida.
Meeting at CPAC
“It was great to catch up with my friend Nigel Farage, a true champion for Britain, at CPAC,” Ms Hanson said on Sunday.
She praised Reform UK for changing the political landscape by standing firm, speaking plainly, and prioritizing their country.
Parallels Between Reform UK and One Nation
Ms Hanson sees a similar movement growing in Australia with One Nation gaining momentum by addressing issues that major parties avoid. She stated:
“That same movement is building here in Australia. Like Reform, One Nation is surging because we say what the major parties won’t.”
“We speak for the millions who are sick of being ignored, sold out, and betrayed by a political class that’s completely lost touch.”
Political Impact and Polling
- Reform UK holds approximately a 10-point lead over the governing Labour Party, driven by anti-immigration policies and tax cut promises.
- One Nation has seen a surge in support, reaching a record 15% of the primary vote according to the latest poll.
Ms Hanson highlighted the destabilizing effect Reform UK has on the traditional political system:
“Reform is proving something the establishment fears, the old two-party stitch-up can be defeated. And when it crumbles, it crumbles fast.”
Author’s Summary
Pauline Hanson predicts that the populist success of Reform UK in Britain foreshadows a similar political surge for One Nation in Australia, challenging established parties.