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Why did Ben decide to run as a candidate for the 2025 Federal Election? Do independents have any power? Why should I vote independent? Who will Ben preference? Who will Ben support in a hung parliament? Who is funding Ben’s campaign? Is Ben a Mormon? Does Ben support abortion and reproductive rights? Will Ben push to abolish negative gearing and tax concessions for investment properties?

Who will Ben preference?

Answer

Ben is not making any preference deals with other candidates. He believes voters should determine how their vote flows by numbering all the boxes on the ballot according to their own preferences.

His ‘how to vote’ card will simply show a “1” next to Ben Smith and remind voters that they must number all the boxes for their vote to count. He will not provide recommendations for the remaining numbers.