George Georges

Rob Whiddon - 00:58:02

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Rob Whiddon
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00:58:02
Rob Whiddon recalls the actions taken by the Queensland Central Executive against key activists of the reform group.

Rob Whiddon - 00:40:36

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Rob Whiddon
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00:40:36
Rob Whiddon discusses the key individuals involved in the reform movement. He notes the importance of the unions in pursuing reform.

Rob Whiddon - 00:35:22

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Rob Whiddon
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00:35:22
Rob Whiddon highlights his role in the reform group. He discusses the divisions in the reform group.

Rob Whiddon - 00:20:36

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Rob Whiddon
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00:20:36
Rob Whiddon describes Ian McLean, Manfred Cross and George Georges as important Labor Party organisers and participants in the social movements of the time.

Rob Whiddon - 00:18:04

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Rob Whiddon
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00:18:04
Rob Whiddon describes the Queensland Labor Party's lack of support for the social movements of the time. He notes the internal conflict in the Queensland branch and notes the attempts by some in the party to build coalitions with other left groups, including Christian groups.

Rob Whiddon - 00:13:39

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Rob Whiddon
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00:13:39
Rob Whiddon discusses his shift from working in Senator Mal Colston's office to work for Senator George Georges. He outlines how his involvement in the Labor Party reform group led to his dismissal by Senator Colston. He discusses the internal tension in the Queensland branch of the Labor Party before intervention.

Rob Whiddon - 00:11:36

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Rob Whiddon
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00:11:36
Rob Whiddon discusses his involvement with social movements during the Bjelke-Petersen era.

Ian McLean - 01:16:09

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Ian McLean
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01:16:09
Ian McLean states that intervention delivered the desired outcomes, most importantly returning Labor to power. He also argues that the downside of the Labor companies means the party does not have to rely on unions and branches for funding which has an impact on policies.

Ian McLean - 01:09:22

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Ian McLean
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01:09:22
Ian McLean considers the lessons for the Labor Party from the intervention. He then reflects on the role of the media and the place of the Labor Party in the mass movement.

Ian McLean - 01:03:12

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Ian McLean
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01:03:12
Ian McLean discusses the early aims of the Socialist Left. He discusses public ownership and the peace movement.
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