The Coalition says ‘Jimflation’ is wrecking the nation – but would we have accepted the alternative?

Public spending can drive inflation, but from healthcare to education, Australians expect more and better public services – and Labor providedGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news...

By Patrick Commins · The Guardian World

Public spending can drive inflation, but from healthcare to education, Australians expect more and better public services – and Labor provided Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Inflation is back, rate cuts are off the menu , and the Coalition are claiming that Labor’s “spending spree” is to blame. Liberal staffers even handed out stickers blazoned with “Jimflation” to the Canberra press gallery this week. Tagline: “Chalmers’ creation wrecking the nation”. Continue reading...