Class in AustraliaExamines the history and membership of each class, and the determinants of class. Examines the defection of the working class from the ALP, and the dissatisfaction of the middle class with both major parties. Provides profiles of individuals, bibliography and index. |
Contents
WHAT MAKES CLASS? | 20 |
CLASS JUMPERS | 54 |
CLASS AND POLITICS | 76 |
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