Why Aussie voters say Albo has plenty to fear out of the US election result and Donald Trump’s triumph
Many Aussies have tipped that Peter Dutton and the right-wing Liberal coalition could win next year’s federal election, following Donald Trump’s shock presidential victory.
Voters took to social media to announce their first predictions after the US election results were confirmed late Wednesday evening Australian time.
Some have argued that the divide between Anthony Albanese’s left-wing Labor Party and the Dutton-led coalition will become more apparent at the next election.
Many believe Liberals could return to power when voters go to the polls again next May.
“I am convinced that the lesson the Australian Labor Party will learn from events in the United States is to do exactly what the Democrats did and lose to Peter Dutton next year,” said one.
Another wrote: ‘Peter Dutton – now it’s our turn to make Australia great again.’
A third commented: ‘What a wonderful victory for the people of the US – and we Australians will taste this victory too when Peter Dutton becomes our next Prime Minister.’
A fourth commented: ‘Man whose country is about to elect Peter Dutton: ‘I can’t believe these idiots voted for Trump.’
Australian voters predict the divide between Anthony Albanese’s (left) left Labor Party and Peter Dutton’s (right) right Liberal coalition will become more apparent at next year’s federal election
Australians believed Dutton could be the next prime minister after seeing right-wing Donald Trump (centre) win the US presidential election on Wednesday
Even Albanese’s congratulatory tweet to Trump on his victory was quickly flooded with comments from right-wing supporters.
“Congratulations to President Donald Trump on his election victory,” the prime minister wrote.
“Australians and Americans are good friends and true allies.
“By working together, we can ensure that the partnership between our nations and peoples remains strong into the future.”
One voter wrote: ‘Make Australia great again now. Stop with that woke stuff.”
Another added: ‘Start packing your bags Albo, change is sweeping the planet and you are next on the list.
However, not all Aussies agreed with the real possibility of a coalition government returning to power just three years after being removed from office.
“All Australians need to stay awake because we are next. The Liberal Party is becoming increasingly right-wing and there will be elections next year. No time for funny things,” one Australian warned.
Another added: ‘Hey Albo… remember you’re a Labor Prime Minister and you’re supposed to be about the left and social equality. Dutton has your number, you need to use boofhead.”
Similar comments were left under Mr Dutton’s congratulatory statement to Mr Trump.
“The United States has been an overwhelming force for good in the world. When our closest ally is strong and at its best, the world is at its best,” the opposition leader said.
Commenters slammed Mr Albanes (pictured with fiancée Jodie Haydon) for being too ‘woke’
“May the coming years be some of the most defining for our Alliance as we, driven by the trials of our times, the need for deterrence and the cause of securing peace through strength, defense, industrial and economic unleashing the opportunities of AUKUS. speed and scale.
“In this endeavor, may we draw renewed energy and confidence from the things that unite the American and Australian people: the principles we hold dear, the patriotism that drives us, and the pragmatism that defines us.”
Commenters said: “Mr Dutton, I sincerely hope that you will be key to continuing this momentum in our country. You have my vote.’
“Spoken like a REAL leader,” wrote another.
Meanwhile, others continued to shake their heads at America’s voting system.
Unlike Australia, the US does not have compulsory voting, meaning many Americans skip casting a vote altogether.
‘I don’t like Australia that much, but you know what’s great? Preferential compulsory voting. I’m so for it,” one person said.
Several Australians called on left-wing voters to be louder in the upcoming election, saying it’s ‘no time for funny business’
A second asked: ‘Why isn’t voting compulsory in America?’
A third commented: ‘Isn’t it sad that a democratic struggle and compulsory voting could be the key?’
A fourth wrote: ‘As an Australian, I also find it bizarre that voting is not compulsory.’
Another said: ‘Australia has a lot of problems but overall I prefer our electoral and political system to the US.’