• Tue, December 10, 2024

by: The Australian Financial Review

Albanese must lead like Labor heroes Evatt and Hawke on antisemitism

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by: 11Alive

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by: Daily Express

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by: The Daily Telegraph

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by: ABC

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by: PBS

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by: Raleigh News & Observer

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by: Newstalk ZB

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by: WLRN

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by: NBC News

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by: CNN

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by: St. Louis Post-Dispatch

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by: The Independent

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by: Sky News Australia

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by: Toronto Star

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by: Mint

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by: deseret

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by: 24/7 Wall St

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by: MSN

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by: London Evening Standard

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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Albanese must lead like Labor heroes Evatt and Hawke on antisemitism

When Australia's Jewish community has been under threat, strong prime ministers have stepped up to offer support and reassurance. Today, that sense of security is evaporating.
The article from the Australian Financial Review discusses the need for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to emulate the leadership qualities of former Labor leaders Dr. H.V. Evatt and Bob Hawke in addressing the rising tide of antisemitism in Australia. It highlights the historical context where Evatt, as president of the UN General Assembly, played a key role in the creation of Israel, and Hawke, during his tenure, took a strong stand against anti-Jewish sentiment. The piece argues that Albanese must confront the current wave of antisemitism, which has been exacerbated by the Israel-Hamas conflict, by showing moral leadership and taking decisive action against hate speech and violence targeting Jewish communities. It points out the increasing incidents of antisemitism, including physical attacks and vandalism, and calls for Albanese to use his influence to foster unity and protect minority groups, thereby reinforcing Australia's commitment to multiculturalism and tolerance.

Read the Full The Australian Financial Review Article at:
https://www.afr.com/politics/federal/albanese-must-lead-like-labor-heroes-evatt-and-hawke-on-antisemitism-20241211-p5kxgx