One Nation’s Bernardi Uses Maiden Speech to Criticise Communism, Socialism, and Gender Affirming Care

Greens MPs walked out of the chamber during the address in protest.
One Nation’s Bernardi Uses Maiden Speech to Criticise Communism, Socialism, and Gender Affirming Care
Then-Liberal Party Senator Cory Bernardi speaks during the debate of the marriage equality bill in the Senate at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia on Nov. 29, 2017. Michael Masters/Getty Images
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One Nation South Australian leader Cory Bernardi has used his maiden speech to criticise communism, socialism, and gender affirming care for children.

Bernardi declared himself strongly opposed to communism in all its forms.

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Monica O’Shea
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Monica O’Shea is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked as a reporter for Motley Fool Australia, Daily Mail Australia, and Fairfax Regional Media. She can be reached at monica.o'[email protected]