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A ‘Voice to Parliament’ Challenges Our Democratic System

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A ‘Voice to Parliament’ Challenges Our Democratic System
Prime Minister of Australia Anthony Albanese makes a statement in the House of Representatives at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, on Feb. 13, 2023. Martin Ollman/Getty Images
Matthew Ogilvie
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s proposed constitutional change to give Aboriginal people a “Voice to Parliament” is well-intentioned. However, as the proverb says, “the road to hell is paved with good intentions.”

Matthew Ogilvie
Matthew Ogilvie
Ph.D.
Matthew Ogilvie, Ph.D., is an Australian-based academic and writer. For over 30 years, he has served at universities and colleges in Australia and the United States. He currently serves in leadership positions for the Western Australia State Council and the Federal Council of the Liberal Party of Australia. In his "spare time," he is a self-defense instructor and venomous snake catcher.
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