The so-called faceless men blamed over the rolling of Kevin Rudd for Julia Gillard a decade ago stand by their actions, insisting the party would have lost the election had they not acted.
Those who opposed the move at the time remain equally convinced, saying their fears that it would destroy two leaders and wreck the party were vindicated.
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Phillip Coorey is the political editor based in Canberra. He is a two-time winner of the Paul Lyneham award for press gallery excellence. Connect with Phillip on Facebook and Twitter. Email Phillip at pcoorey@afr.com