
John Gorton
John Gorton was an Australian politician who served as Prime Minister from 1968 to 1971. He was known for his leadership during a time of significant change in Australia and for his efforts to modernize the Liberal Party. Gorton came to power after the influential Country Party leader John McEwen black-banned Billy McMahon, highlighting the complex dynamics within the Coalition and the importance of rural representation in Australian politics.
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Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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Australia | 1 | 6.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 17,647 | $1,380,000 | 955$ |
Totals | 1 | 25,499,884 | 17,647 | $1,380,000 | 955$ |
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John Gorton was appointed prime minister instead of Billy McMahon due to McEwen's opposition.
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