MP Andrew Gee's Social Media 'Slip-Up' Sparks Controversy

In a humorous political mishap reminiscent of a well-known incident, Independent MP for Calare, Andrew Gee, inadvertently praised himself on Facebook, leading to an unexpected stir in Australian politics. The gaffe occurred when Gee seemingly replied to his own Facebook post, thanking himself as the ‘good guy’ in comparison to his political opponents.

A Facebook Faux Pas Unfolds

On a typical Friday, Gee took to Facebook to criticize his opponents, accusing the Nationals of spreading misinformation about his preferences in the election. The post, meant to rally support, soon became the center of attention for an unexpected reason. Beneath his post, a seemingly supportive comment emerged, signed, quite amusingly, by Gee himself. The comment, thanking the MP for his integrity compared to ‘dirty tactics’ from opponents, was later deleted.

The Consequences and Reactions

As the internet buzzed with reactions, the mistake drew parallels to a similar incident involving Liberal MP Angus Taylor in 2019. Miles away from being an isolated case, Gee’s post follows in a comedic sequence of politicians engaging in ‘self-congratulatory’ social media misunderstandings

Campaign Team’s Explanation

In response to the unexpected twist, Gee’s campaign team quickly clarified the situation, attributing the mistake to a newbie on their team who had access to Gee’s page. They emphasized the incident did not reflect Gee’s intentions and offered their apologies for any confusion.

Historic Context: The Angus Taylor Blunder

For those recalling political history, this incident echoes the famous error by Angus Taylor. Known for his congratulatory comment to himself, Taylor’s social media misfire became a tale of political humor. According to The Guardian, many politicians have experienced similar online slip-ups.

Moving Forward: Gee’s Political Path

Despite the recent social media hullabaloo, Andrew Gee plans to contest the upcoming election as an Independent, distancing himself from his former party’s stance. With the political stage set, the 2025 election promises to be a spectacle with the electorate watching every step closely, both online and off.

In the amusing world of political errors, Andrew Gee’s Facebook mishap serves as a reminder of the human side of politicians, where even the smallest digital blunder can lead to widespread amusement and debate.