A Dissident Liberal. The Political Writings of Peter Baume

• Main Author: Baume, Peter (auth)
• Other Authors: Wanna, John (Editor), Taflaga, Marija (Editor)
• Format: Electronic Book Chapter
• Language: English
• Published: ANU Press 2015
• Subjects: Politics & government; australia; political history; australian liberal party; peter baume; Australia; Australian Senate; Liberalism
• Online Access: DOAB: download the publication; DOAB: description of the publication

In the 'broad church' of the Australian Liberal Party, rarely has there been a maverick so unrelenting in his commitment to personal principles as Senator Peter Baume. Over a parliamentary career spanning 17 years, three ministerial portfolios and five party leaders, Baume was increasingly pitted against his own party room. In A Dissident Liberal: The Political Writings of Peter Baume, we learn of personal threats, crises, constitutional confrontation and the tension between conservatism and classical liberalism-and between ideology and toeing the party line. This collection of personal observations, speeches and commentaries on contentious policy issues presents a valuable resource for students of Australian political history.