Animal Farm, 1984: Coalition MPs Oppose Proposed ‘Misinformation’ Bill

Coalition MPs continue to criticise Labor’s “misinformation” bill, warning it will have a chilling effect on free speech in Australia.

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Daniel Y. Teng

Writer

8/4/2023|Updated: 8/8/2023

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Coalition MPs continue to criticise Labor’s “misinformation” bill, warning it will have a chilling effect on free speech in Australia.

Likening the pending law to George Orwell’s 1984 and Animal Farm, Victorian MP Keith Wolahan said the Communications Legislation Amendment (Combatting Misinformation and Disinformation) Bill 2023 would impact ordinary Australians more than politicians and academics.

Daniel Y. Teng

Writer

Daniel Y. Teng is based in Brisbane, Australia. He focuses on national affairs, including federal politics and Australia-China relations. Got a tip? Contact him at [email protected].

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