Will Sussan Ley teeter on the “glass cliff”?

Overnights with Phil O'Neil

Phil speaks with conflict strategist and mediator Sarah Blake about Sussan Ley’s historic appointment as the first female leader of the Liberal Party in its 80-year history.

The party's decision comes amid major losses and deep internal division — and while some see it as a step forward for women, others believe it’s more about factional politics and a shift to the political centre.

But the gender question can’t be ignored, especially with the growing trend of women being handed leadership only during times of crisis — the so-called “glass cliff.” Is Ley being set up to fail, or is this a genuine attempt at change?

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