The Fog on the Hill: How NSW Labor Lost Its Way

An honest appraisal of the systemic and specific failings of 16 years of successive Labor Party governments, this account provides a valuable insight into the changing political landscape in Australia. Based on well-articulated case studies showing how key issues have been mismanaged—illustrating the main actors, their mindsets, and the genesis of some of the New South Wale government’s major mishaps—this scathing critique from a former insider offers clear-sighted analysis and powerful suggestions for the future. This book is essential reading for political aspirants, public servants and all students of political science; it will fascinate all those who value democracy.