Does the Queensland premier have a leash on his own attack dog?
The article discusses the contrasting political styles of Queensland's Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie and Premier David Crisafulli. Bleijie's recent comments, which included personal attacks on Labor politicians, raise questions about Crisafulli's control over his deputy. The situation highlights the ongoing tensions within Queensland politics and the impact of personal relationships among politicians on public perception.
- ▪Jarrod Bleijie made personal attacks on Labor politicians during a press conference.
- ▪Premier David Crisafulli's leadership is questioned in light of Bleijie's remarks.
- ▪The political climate in Queensland has become increasingly personal and contentious.
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analysisAs Jarrod Bleijie goes on the attack, does David Crisafulli have oversight of his deputy?By state political reporter Jack McKayTopic:State and Territory GovernmentSat 23 May 2026 at 7:09amSat 23 May 2026 at 7:09amSat 23 May 2026 at 7:09amJarrod Bleijie's attacking approach differs from that taken by David Crisafulli. (ABC News: Christopher Gillette)abc.net.au/news/queensland-jarrod-bleijie-david-crisafulli-leadership-approach/106704800Link copiedShareShare articleYou may have missed it this week amid the shenanigans involving benched Olympics Minister Tim Mander, but the deputy premier of Queensland made a 'Dick' joke about his political opponent.Yes, you read that right.This wasn't an episode of Veep or The Thick of It.It was just another Jarrod Bleijie press conference, where he…
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