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Fed: Nelson under pressure over Costello speculation
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AAP General News (Australia)
07-22-2008
Fed: Nelson under pressure over Costello speculation
By Karlis Salna
CANBERRA, July 22 AAP - Federal Opposition Leader Brendan Nelson has fended off suggestions
he's under threat from former treasurer Peter Costello, who he says is a "loyal" supporter.
Amid renewed speculation over Dr Nelson's future, Liberal sources have been quoted
as saying a plan to have Mr Costello take over the leadership is gaining traction within
the party.
Concerned Liberals across both factions of the party have reportedly discussed Dr Nelson's
standing in the polls, as ...
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