Why 'Ditch the Witch' is back in politics

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A billboard truck has been spotted driving around Melbourne with the slogan "Ditch the Witch" next to an image of Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan.

The campaign has been condemned across the political spectrum, reviving a slogan that was used against Australia's first female prime minister more than fifteen years ago.

On today's podcast, we're breaking down who's behind it, what it means for Victorian politics, and what Julia Gillard had to say about the return of “Ditch the Witch”.

You can watch our investigation into the resurgence of Julia Gillard's famous 2012 speech here.

Hosts: Elliot Lawry and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Rosa Bowden

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