For me, as Campaign Manager, the last few months have been both exhilarating and exhausting. What’s kept me going is the knowledge that you – the people out there reading these emails – have been working tirelessly in your own communities.
You’ve shared the Greens’ positive vision for Australia with your neighbours, your colleagues and your families, and that’s what’s led to these stunning results.
You are the heart and soul of the Greens.
Having the balance of power in the Senate from July 2011 isn’t a magic wand, but it does mean we’ll be in a powerful position to make legislation better, introduce new ideas to the Parliament and push both sides of politics to deliver smarter, more constructive and progressive outcomes for our nation. The results of this election won’t be clear for another few days – or even weeks – and the Senators and I will be in touch with the latest developments.
But for today, I just wanted to say thank you.
You’ve believed all along that we can make tremendous change to Australian politics, and yesterday, your votes created a powerful change in the Parliament. It is truly an historic achievement for the Greens and it has been my absolute pleasure and privilege to be a part of it.
Thank you,
Ebony Bennett
National Campaign Coordinator
Australian Greens