South Australia's former Liberal leader David Speirs says a federal takeover of the state's branch should be 'seriously considered' but current leader Vincent Tarzia disagrees.
Former SA Liberal leader says federal takeover of state division should be 'seriously considered' amid surge of 'populist ideology'Former SA Liberal leader says federal takeover of state division should be 'seriously considered' amid surge of 'populist ideology'Former South Australian Liberal leader David Speirs says he considered the idea of placing the state's branch into federal administration due to a surge in populist ideology of right-wing issues.
The now backbencher, who is factionally unaligned, said he was concerned that the SA Liberals had been pulled too far to the right and decisions had been made that were not in the best interests of the party. Last month, the SA Liberals' moderate-aligned state director Alex May resigned, with conservative Alexander Hyde appointed interim director.Mr Speirs's successor, Vincent Tarzia, said he found the suggestion of a federal intervention "laughable".
Campaigning in Adelaide on Thursday, former prime minister John Howard condemned the factionalism in the party. Mr Speirs's comments are the latest in a series of remarks about the Liberal Party since he stepped down as leader.
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