Love in the Time of Politics: A Glimpse into the Past The revelation that Blanche D'Alpuget and Bob Hawke's romance began during a press conference has sparked renewed interest in their long standing relationship.
Many have been captivated by the details of their love story, but it's worth examining what this tells us about power dynamics in relationships.
D'Alpuget and Hawke's timing is particularly noteworthy given their lives at the time.