Major Australian Religions Unite Against Hate Speech Laws, Neo-Nazis Disband

The leaders of 27 religious groups have written an open letter to the prime minister, urging him to allow more time for consideration.
Major Australian Religions Unite Against Hate Speech Laws, Neo-Nazis Disband
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Australian religious leaders have told Prime Minister Anthony Albanese that rushing to pass new hate speech laws puts religious freedom and freedom of expression at risk.

In a joint letter they urged him to allow more time for the government and stakeholders—including the wider community—to consider whether such legislation is needed and, if so, what it should contain.

Rex Widerstrom
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Rex Widerstrom is a New Zealand-based reporter with over 40 years of experience in media, including radio and print. He is currently a presenter for Hutt Radio.