men in blue ties

English

Etymology

From the association of the colour blue with the Liberal party.

Pronunciation

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Noun

men in blue ties pl (plural only)

1. (Australian politics, derogatory) The men of the Liberal party and their background lobbyists, particularly with regard to women's issues.
   • 2013', Gillard's warning on 'men in blue ties, Skynews.com.au

     Prime Minister Julia Gillard has played the gender card as she fights for electoral survival, warning the coalition's 'men in blue ties' would marginalise female politicians and treat abortion as a political plaything.