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In the article, Alexander Downer is quoted as being a 'liberal' politician who received an academic position.  Unfortunately, despite being a previously prominent member of the Liberal Party of Australia, in Australia this means something quite different.  Alexander Downer was one of the most conservative politicians in Australia in the last decade.  As a matter of personal opinion, I'd say he'd be the 5th-most conservative mainstream politican in Australia.
 
In the article, Alexander Downer is quoted as being a 'liberal' politician who received an academic position.  Unfortunately, despite being a previously prominent member of the Liberal Party of Australia, in Australia this means something quite different.  Alexander Downer was one of the most conservative politicians in Australia in the last decade.  As a matter of personal opinion, I'd say he'd be the 5th-most conservative mainstream politican in Australia.
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: What are his positions on abortion, gay rights and gun control?  The way you phrase your comment, I'd guess he is a [[liberal]].--[[User:Aschlafly|Aschlafly]] 10:32, 29 October 2008 (EDT)
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