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Adam Bandt is an Australian politician and the leader of the Australian Greens. He has been the Member for Melbourne in the House of Representatives since 2010.

Early life and education

Bandt was born in Adelaide, South Australia on 11 March 1972. He grew up in Perth, Western Australia, and attended Hollywood Senior High School. He then studied law at Murdoch University, graduating in 1996. After graduating, Bandt worked as an industrial and public interest lawyer. He also worked as a student activist and was a member of the Left Alliance.

Political career

In 2004, Bandt joined the Australian Greens. He was elected to the Victorian Greens’ state council in 2005 and to the party’s national council in 2007. In 2008, Bandt was elected co-deputy leader of the Greens, alongside Bob Brown.

In 2010, Bandt was elected to the House of Representatives as the Member for Melbourne. He was the first Green to be elected to the House of Representatives at a federal election. Bandt has been re-elected to the House of Representatives in 2013, 2016, 2019, and 2022.

As a Member of Parliament, Bandt has been a vocal advocate for environmental protection, social justice, and peace. He has been a critic of the Australian government’s policies on climate change, asylum seekers, and Indigenous affairs. Bandt has also been a strong supporter of same-sex marriage and the introduction of a federal ICAC.

In 2020, Bandt was elected leader of the Australian Greens, following the resignation of Richard Di Natale. Bandt is the first leader of the Greens to come from the party’s Left wing.

As leader of the Greens, Bandt has continued to advocate for environmental protection, social justice, and peace. He has also focused on building relationships with regional communities and on developing policies that will benefit all Australians.

Personal life

Bandt is married to Claudia Perkins, a writer and filmmaker. They have two children.

Political views

Bandt is a self-described “democratic socialist”. He is a strong advocate for environmental protection, social justice, and peace. He is a critic of the Australian government’s policies on climate change, asylum seekers, and Indigenous affairs. Bandt is also a strong supporter of same-sex marriage and the introduction of a federal ICAC.

Bandt’s political views have been shaped by his personal experiences. He grew up in a working-class family and has seen firsthand the effects of poverty and inequality. He is also a passionate advocate for peace and has spoken out against war and violence.

Bandt is a charismatic and articulate leader. He is a strong advocate for his beliefs and is not afraid to challenge the status quo. He is a rising star in Australian politics and is seen by many as a potential future leader of the country.