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This election feels like it’s been run already

Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton are both fighting precedent this election, but the hurdles the opposition leader faces are more formidable.

Phillip CooreyPolitical editor
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From a political standpoint, Peter Dutton should have released his gas policy three weeks ago.

Just after Anthony Albanese pulled the pin on calling an election for April 12 due to the disruption caused by ex-Cyclone Alfred, the Coalition went into a funk, allowing itself to be distracted by own goals.

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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
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