Kellie Sloane, a first-term Liberal Party MP in New South Wales, announced Friday that her election campaign will prioritize building new policies [1].
This shift in strategy marks a departure from traditional opposition tactics by emphasizing a constructive agenda. By focusing on positive growth rather than criticism, Sloane aims to provide voters with a tangible alternative to the current administration [1].
Sloane said the party needs to present a roadmap for the future. She said the goal is to build for the electorate rather than simply acting as a foil to the government [1].
"We are here to build," Sloane said [2].
The approach suggests a strategic pivot within the New South Wales Liberal Party. Instead of centering the campaign on the failures of the sitting government, the focus will shift toward the specific outcomes the party intends to deliver if returned to power [1].
Sloane's strategy seeks to redefine the role of the opposition during this election cycle. By centering the conversation on policy development, she intends to demonstrate the party's readiness to govern [1].
“"We are here to build."”
Sloane's emphasis on a 'building' phase suggests the NSW Liberal Party is attempting to avoid the perception of being a purely reactionary force. By shifting the narrative toward policy construction, the party is attempting to establish a proactive identity that appeals to undecided voters who may be fatigued by political deadlock or constant opposition.
