Robodebt was ruled a massive public administration failure and a shameful chapter in Australia's history by the Federal Court. A royal commission is about to make a ruling on who was responsible.
I would argue it grew out of an irrational hatred of the idea of Australia having a strong welfare state. And is also wrapped up in a hatred of the poor and anyone else who relies on welfare support to survive.
I would argue it grew out of an irrational hatred of the idea of Australia having a strong welfare state. And is also wrapped up in a hatred of the poor and anyone else who relies on welfare support to survive.