The article explores the growing political shift among Australian voters who are abandoning traditional major parties for Pauline Hanson's One Nation. It features interviews with seven former Labor and Coalition supporters who explain their disillusionment with the current political landscape. Keith Marriott, a 60-something former Labor voter who worked in Northern Territory mines before becoming a Qantas pilot, expressed disappointment with Labor's failure to deliver on its promise of an egalitarian Australia. He noted that average citizens haven't benefited from Labor policies, calling them 'idealistic but completely misguided in application.' Jill, a 73-year-old widow from Manly, Sydney, described herself as a 'very loyal supporter' of the Liberals and a 'banner girl for Tony Abbott,' stating she'd continue voting Liberal if the party had kept Abbott. The article highlights how One Nation is successfully attracting disaffected voters from both major parties by addressing their concerns about economic policies and social issues. It suggests that the party's rise reflects a broader dissatisfaction with the current political establishment's approach to governance and policy implementation. The piece is part of Crikey's coverage of Australian politics, published on November 11, 2026, and provides insight into the changing political dynamics in the country. The article emphasizes that these voters haven't changed their views but feel the major parties have failed to represent their interests effectively. This shift represents a significant challenge to the traditional two-party system in Australian politics.

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James Hicks, a 31-year-old Black man from Conway, Arkansas, has publicly shared his journey from being a devoted supporter of Donald Trump and the MAGA movement to becoming a vocal critic. Hicks, who grew up in a predominantly Black community but moved to a predominantly white city during high school, initially embraced MAGA rhetoric as a way to fit in with his new peers. He rationalized Trump's actions during his first term, including his failure to condemn white supremacists at the Charlottesville rally, and attended Trump rallies where he was the only Black person present. Hicks described how he once gave his entire life to supporting Trump, even arguing with family and friends to do so. His turning point came during the pandemic when he encountered a man refusing to wear a mask, saying, 'If I die, I'll be with Jesus,' while Trump mocked mask-wearing and promoted dangerous health advice. The murder of George Floyd, which Hicks watched on video, further solidified his disillusionment. He also cited Trump's promotion of policies targeting LGBTQ+ rights and the false claim that Joe Biden stole the 2020 election as key factors in his decision to leave MAGA. Hicks now supports Democrats, including voting for Kamala Harris in 2024, and believes Democrats will regain control of the House in the upcoming midterms. He emphasizes the importance of voting for democracy and immigrant rights to counter the growing influence of Trump-aligned movements.

Exit polls indicate the far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party is on track for a significant victory in Saxony-Anhalt's state elections, marking a pivotal shift in German politics. The AfD's projected 44.5% share contrasts sharply with its 2021 result of 20.8%, while the CDU, led by Chancellor Friedrich Merz, saw its support drop to 18.5% from 37.1%. This outcome threatens Merz's political standing, as Saxony-Anhalt has been under conservative governance since 2002. If confirmed, an AfD-led government would represent the party's first regional administration and a major challenge to post-war German political norms. The party's platform includes restricting immigration, exiting the Eurozone, and strengthening ties with Russia, while facing accusations of being 'extremist right wing' from Germany's intelligence services. Despite potential coalition challenges due to the 5% threshold for parliamentary seats, the AfD's success reflects growing public discontent with current governance and economic stagnation. The party's leaders argue that an absolute majority is essential to enact their policies on migration control, education reforms, and cultural restrictions, including segregated schooling for refugee children and bans on Islamic expression in public institutions.

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