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Australia’s ‘Carbon Phobia’

Australia’s ‘Carbon Phobia’
Protesters gather during a School Strike 4 Climate protest outside Australian Treasurer Josh Frydenberg's office in Melbourne, Australia, on May 13, 2022. AAP Image/James Ross
Gabriël Moens
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Commentary
In a revealing news article, the ABC indicated that, according to its Vote Compass data, Australians have nominated “climate change” as the most pressing issue of our time. Specifically, the article claims that “many are seeking answers on what policies each party has for one of the most pressing issues of our time.”
Gabriël Moens
Gabriël Moens
Author
Gabriël A. Moens AM is an emeritus professor of law at the University of Queensland, and served as pro vice-chancellor and dean at Murdoch University. In 2003, Moens was awarded the Australian Centenary Medal by the prime minister for services to education. He has taught extensively across Australia, Asia, Europe, and the United States.
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