Joe

Neo-Nazis are showing up at pro-Palestine protests in an attempt to push anti-Jewish conspiracy theories and tropes into the mainstream. Here’s what you need to know about them. 🧵1/6

I’ve been sharing my thoughts on “The Voice” to Parliament over the last few days and have come across a range of interesting points of view and sometimes heated debate. Even though the vote is still many months away, it is becoming a divisive and contentious issue for Australians. I’m firmly of the belief that despite the uncomfortable nature of criticism it’s important to do our best to be true to what we believe in. I’m not saying my views should shape anyone else’s point of view, as I only speak for myself but I’m not afraid to share them with the wider community. One clear observation I’ve been able to make from those advocating on behalf of the “YES” position on my posts is their complete lack of self-awareness when making comments tinged with racism to make their point. Everyday we are told that we are all Australian, but now some us are being reminded by certain people that actually we are not Australian enough to give input or question the future direction of the country we also call home. For Australians of diverse heritage I’d say do not be offended by this ignorance and do not cower in the face of it if you want to express your opinion. These same people will sometimes appeal to your place in this country when it is useful, and praise the triumph of a multicultural Australia, but in the coming months they may also discard your opinion as it does not align with their stated interests. This is not the Australia we should strive for. Remember fear can sometimes compel us to submit to things we know are fundamentally wrong, the consequences of which we’ve seen time and time again.