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Harmony in Australia Means Stop Racist Dog-Whistling
Long History of Politicians Stoking Fears Over Refugees
- Elaine Pearson
- HRW
Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, known in Australia as Harmony Day.
It’s especially relevant given last Friday’s attack in Christchurch, New Zealand, where an Australian right-wing extremist gunned down at least 50 people and wounded dozens more in two mosques.
The attacker livestreamed the shootings and…
New Zealand’s prime minister, Jacinda Ardern, has shown leadership with compassion and…