What happened in May 1974 under Whitlam's leadership?
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Answer
In May 1974, the Australian government, under Prime Minister Gough Whitlam, lost a snap double dissolution election. The election was triggered by a deadlock between the House of Representatives and the Senate, which prevented the government from passing key legislation. The election was a significant defeat for Whitlam, who lost his majority in the House of Representatives and was forced to resign as Prime Minister.
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