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With two gay candidates and a transgender former army captain, the field in one of the key election battlegrounds is a bigot’s nightmare – and it could turn out to be a dream come true for The Australian Greens.
Battle for Brisbane: a diverse set of campaigners vie for Queensland's 'groovy seat'
A foregone conclusion in the battle for Brisbane is that the winner will not be a straight man. Sexuality, gender and military experience are threads linking what is likely to be the most diverse set of campaigners in a single seat this federal election.
theguardian.com



