Damien Freeman reflects on Australia's settlement politics and the failed referendum to recognize Indigenous peoples in the Constitution. From Deakin's Australian Settlement to Hawke and Keating's reforms, consensus amid disagreement defined Australian politics. Drawing on influential works, Freeman examines settlement politics' decline amidst rising populism and identity politics. His book, The End of Settlement, poses crucial questions about Australia's political future post-2023 referendum. Freeman, a writer, lawyer, and philosopher, holds advisory roles and fellowships at prestigious institutions, enriching his analysis with a deep understanding of Australian political history and contemporary challenges.
