Wayne Swan (Lilley, Australian Labor Party, Treasurer) Share this | Hansard source

Of course, this is a very good example of how those over there are so divided they cannot take a single consistent position on anything. They are so confused they are running around the place stabbing each other in the chest. They are so confused.

What do we have when it comes to climate change? We have the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme, we have legislation which has been put out in the public by the responsible minister and we have a path of action which will deliver certainty to Australian business. That is what Australian businesses are looking for from the Rudd government. We have an approach to reduce emissions by setting a price signal. We have a renewable energy target and we have a commitment to energy efficiency. What do they have on that side of the House? Absolutely nothing. The hide of the shadow minister to get up and ask that question. We want to give the Australian people certainty; you should give them certainty by supporting our legislation in the Senate.

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