Defecting Senator Torched ‘Patronising’ Labor in Leaked Greens Application

Defecting senator torched ‘patronising’ Labor in leaked Greens application

A leaked document from Dorinda Cox’s application to become a senator for the Greens shows she was highly critical of Labor, which she has now rejoined.

No preselection guarantee for newest Labor senator Cox

Greens believe Dorinda Cox jumped ship to join Labor primarily for her political survival but Anthony Albanese has indicated she won’t automatically be preselected for the party ahead of the 2028 election.

Dorinda Cox Quits Greens to Join Labor, Citing Desire for ‘Real Change’

Western Australian Senator Dorinda Cox has resigned from the Australian Greens and joined the Labor Party, saying her values now align more closely with the governing party and that she believes she can deliver greater outcomes as part of government. In a press conference held in Perth alongside Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Senator Cox confirmed her defection and said the decision followed a period of “deep and careful reflection.” “This is …