Support for Pauline Hanson's One Nation party has plateaued following her provocative speech at the National Press Club, according to the first Guardian Essential poll since the address. The poll shows that even One Nation supporters are expressing concerns about the party's policy offerings.
Hanson's speech and its impact
In her speech, Hanson attacked multiculturalism, climate action, the United Nations, and the ABC and SBS. However, the polling indicates that her numbers have stalled, and the party's support has not increased as a result of the address.
Voter rejection of key policies
The Guardian Essential poll reveals that voters reject key One Nation policies. According to Peter Lewis, executive director of Essential Media, the results show that Hanson's pitch to voters has not resonated, and there is a need to respond to the anger driving interest in her party.
Guardian Australia political reporter Josh Butler and Lewis discussed the findings, noting that One Nation supporters themselves are questioning the party's direction. The poll suggests that after 30 years of meeting Hanson's anger with similar anger, a different approach may be needed.
