“True conservatives fear anything that is at odds with the status quo, ...” — Anthony Albanese Quote

“True conservatives fear anything that is at odds with the status quo, even to the extent of being unable to recognise when the status quo represents injustice. And reactionary conservatives actually want to tear down the gains of the past.”

“High-speed rail would revolutionise interstate travel and would also be an economic game-changer for dozens of regional communities along its path.”

“The sporting fields where Australia's greats began their careers are built and rebuilt with Commonwealth help, as are the halls and community centres where our most of our well-known stars first felt the magic of the stage.”

“I had to learn early on that where conservatives are concerned, the truth about them is the last thing anybody wants to report. It's the lies and distortions, the mischaracterizations, the character assassinations, that people want to report.”

“Conservatives unwittingly side with the social forces that contribute to the destruction of traditional values.”

“Whereas all liberals are thought to erupt self-righteously whenever they feel like it, conservatives believe that they themselves are never permitted to say what they really think.”