Mark Kenny
Mark Kenny is a prominent political analyst and professor specializing in politics at the Australian National University in Canberra. He is known for his insights into Australian political dynamics and has been a critical voice in analyzing the impact of international figures, such as U.S. President Donald Trump, on local elections. Kenny has emphasized how Trump's controversial policies and style have influenced Australian voters' perceptions of their own political leaders, particularly in the context of the recent election campaign.
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Mark Kenny discussed the divisive nature of the Bondi attack in the context of Australian politics.
how Australian politics descended into ugliness in attack's aftermath
United Kingdom· 2026-01-23
Mark Kenny is referenced for his academic perspective on Sussan Ley's comments.
Anthony Albanese may have changed the way politics operates
Australia· 2025-05-18
Mark Kenny wrote about the concept of 'progressive patriotism' in Meanjin in 2022.
Anthony Albanese, the progressive patriot, sharpens his plan to keep winningAustralia· 2025-05-15
Professor Mark Kenny provides analysis on the Liberal Party's political strategies.
Peter Dutton’s Liberal Party; “I’ve never seen anyone win an election by promising to cut jobs” says Professor Mark KennyAustralia· 2025-05-10
Mark Kenny explained that Dutton's team appeared surprised by the election timing.
Kehrtwende in Australien: Anthony Albanese bleibt Premierminister
Switzerland· 2025-05-03
Mark Kenny, a professor specialising in politics at the Australian National University, noted that Trump has made it quite difficult for Peter Dutton to get his message across.
After Canada, the anti-Trump backlash moves to Australia – Ishaan Tharoor
New Zealand· 2025-05-01
Mark Kenny commented on Peter Dutton's initial enthusiasm following Trump's election victory.
Wahlen in Australien: Albanese profitiert von Trump-BacklashSwitzerland· 2025-05-01Mark Kenny commented on the political landscape and the challenges facing the government.
Early voting under way in Australia for general election dramatically reshaped by Trump
Canada· 2025-04-26
Mark Kenny, a professor specializing in politics at the Australian National University, stated that Trump has emerged as the third candidate in this election campaign.
Donald Trump trips up Australia’s conservative opposition in election’s last lapsCanada· 2025-04-17