New laws..... Passed this week
Shazaam
Diamond Member
In Australia, new hate speech laws have been enacted following the Bondi terror attack, aimed at strengthening protections against hate crimes based on race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability. Key features of these laws include:
- Criminalization of Hate Speech: New offences have been introduced to promote or incite hatred against specific groups, including those distinguished by race, religion, or national origin.
- Designation of Hate Groups: Authorities can designate organizations as hate groups, allowing for increased penalties and deportation of individuals associated with these groups.
- Penalties for Hate Crime: The laws provide significant penalties for hate crimes, including violence and intimidation, with maximum penalties of up to five years' imprisonment.
- Balancing Free Speech: The legislation has faced criticism for potentially infringing on free speech, with concerns raised by various political parties and civil rights organizations.
These laws aim to address rising incidents of targeted abuse and provide a framework for prosecuting hate-related offenses.
Shazaam
Diamond Member
They are trying to squelch extremism I believe. I'm tired of people who think the government is incompetent in all aspects of governing.
Jryall
Silver Member
Blind Freddie can see what this is about. You are naive to the extreme if yiu think this legislation is in our best interest.