Teal: Noun (also upper case) Politics - A political candidate who holds generally ideologically moderate views but who supports strong action regarding environmental and climate action policies and the prioritising of integrity in politics (so called as many of the candidates use the colour teal in their electoral material).
Is Alex a "Teal"?
Answer
Alex started running as an independent in 2019 - years before the term "teal" existed.
While he respects what Independents of all persuasions do for their communities, Alex's campaign is uniquely focused on Wannon's specific needs. His orange branding reflects his energetic, authentic approach, and his policies are driven by local needs rather than any external political movement or grouping.
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The term was added to the Macquarie dictionary in 2022: