Lee Hanson Steps Into Politics, But Not in Her Mother’s Shadow

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson’s daughter launches her Senate bid in Tasmania, vowing to chart her own path while upholding core party values.
Lee Hanson Steps Into Politics, But Not in Her Mother’s Shadow
One Nation Senator Pauline Hanson attends a barbeque in Buderim to meet local supporters and speak with media on the Sunshine Coast, Australia on September 21, 2017. Lisa Maree Williams/Getty Images
Naziya Alvi Rahman
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A new generation of Hanson enters politics as Lee Hanson, daughter of One Nation leader Pauline Hanson, launched her campaign for a Senate seat in Tasmania on April 3.

While acknowledging her mother’s influence, Lee insists she is running on her own terms.

Naziya Alvi Rahman
Naziya Alvi Rahman
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Naziya Alvi Rahman is a Canberra-based journalist who covers political issues in Australia. She can be reached at [email protected].