‘Largely about nothing’: Why Albanese’s three-minute address was a missed opportunity

Following Anthony Albanese’s brief national broadcast on Wednesday night, the Prime Minister has been hit with a wave of intense backlash.

3AW Mornings host Tom Elliott criticised the address as being “largely about nothing,” comparing it unfavourably to more momentous national addresses made by previous Prime Ministers.

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Red Bridge director Tony Barry suggested the speech was “better suited for an Instagram reel” rather than a formal address to the nation.

Mr Barry stressed that by telling people “don’t panic,” the Prime Minister may have inadvertently increased public anxiety.

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