# David Pocock urges politicians to “double down” on kindness amid big ambitions

Australian independent senator and former rugby star David Pocock has outlined broad political ambitions while calling on politicians to prioritise kindness. The Guardian profile highlights his approach and potential influence in Australian politics, though it is not an immediate policy development.

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- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/oct/21/david-pocock-big-ambitions-first-speech-to-national-press-club-ntwnfb) — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 07:55:23 GMT