Sam Rae

ALP Federal

First Speech in Parliament

1 August 2022

# Indigenous Rights # Infrastructure Development # Labor Rights

Personal Background and Values

• Sam Rae attributes his presence in Parliament to his mother, Penelope, an educator and unionist, and his partner, Zoe, an industrial lawyer and trade unionist.
  
• Rae highlights the importance of family, acknowledging his brothers and children, and expresses gratitude for the sacrifices made for future generations.
  
• He shares admiration for Bob Hawke, his political hero, and emphasizes the collective efforts of many in his journey to Parliament.
  

Policy Goals and Community Focus

• Advocates for Indigenous rights, referencing the Uluru Statement and the need for reconciliation through voice, treaty, and truth.
  
• Highlights the challenges of rapid population growth in Hawke, stressing the urgent need for improved transportation, healthcare, and educational facilities, as well as local job creation.
  
• Emphasizes the importance of investing in health, education, and renewable energy to ensure a prosperous future for all Australians.
  

Labor Party Commitment

• Expresses a commitment to fostering prosperity for all citizens, contrasting this with the approaches of other political parties.
  
• Advocates for rebalancing the relationship between workers and employers, reforming the bargaining system, and ensuring fair wages for working people.
  
• Concludes with a commitment to delivering on ambitious programs that benefit the community and promote sustainable action on climate change.