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Editor's note
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In the aftermath of the horrific terrorist attacks in New Zealand in which 50 people were killed, we need to ask ourselves some difficult questions. An important one, writes counter-terrorism expert Greg Barton, is how our political environment has allowed such hateful extremism to be promulgated so openly.
And, writes Michelle Grattan, the attacks raise renewed issues around the limits of freedom of speech. Because while the commitment to “free speech” is admirable in itself, it can become unacceptable when it morphs into a cover for hate speech or speech that stirs dangerous divisions.
Meanwhile Stephen Croucher, whose research at Massey University focuses on the cultural adaptation of immigrant communities, explores how members of the dominant group perceive minorities, and how fear can lead to prejudice and hatred, enabled by social media.
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Amanda Dunn
Section Editor: Politics + Society
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Top story
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A cacophony of hateful rhetoric has made it hard for those tasked with spotting the emergence of violent extremism to separate it from the background noise.
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Greg Barton, Deakin University
There is deep sadness in the Christchurch attacks, but little shock. We need to address the permissive political environment that allows such hateful extremism to be promulgated so openly.
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“Standing against hate” requires robust leadership from the politicians.
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Michelle Grattan, University of Canberra
The Senate doesn't have the power to throw him out, but it would be a bad course anyway, setting an unfortunate precedent as well as making him a martyr in the eyes of the extreme right.
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New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has travelled to Christchurch after yesterday’s terror attacks.
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Stephen Croucher, Massey University
Research shows that many members of dominant groups perceive minorities and immigrant groups as a threat, which builds up to fear and hate. We can all do something to change that.
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Health + Medicine
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Stephen Duckett, Grattan Institute
Unlike health care for the rest of our body, dental care mostly comes out of our own pocket – and it's not cheap. Many Australians go without and their health suffers.
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Sophie Lewis, UNSW; Karen Willis, La Trobe University; Rebecca E. Olson, The University of Queensland
When you enter a public hospital, you are likely to be asked if you have private health insurance, and if you want to use it. This is what you need to consider.
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Patsie Frawley, Deakin University
The royal commission will give people with disabilities an opportunity to share their experiences. But it needs to ensure they're supported and have the same access to services as others do.
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Arts + Culture
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Sarah Ashton, Monash University; Maggie Kirkman, Monash University
Describing non-consensual acts as pornography minimises the importance of consent.
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Alastair Blanshard, The University of Queensland
A new play tells the story of George Johnston and Charmian Clift's time on the Greek island of Hydra, which ultimately led to the novel My Brother Jack - but not without sacrifices.
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Science + Technology
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Rachel Cohen, University of Technology Sydney; Amy Slater, University of the West of England; Jasmine Fardouly, Macquarie University
Do your Instagram viewing habits trigger joy or guilt? New research shows that viewing body positive content may actually improve women's body image – at least in the short term.
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Malcolm Burt, Queensland University of Technology
It seems while the world has changed enormously since the industrial revolution, we haven't: we still love stories. And there's something sweet, and very human, about that.
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Politics + Society
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David Clune, University of Sydney
With the polls showing the main parties neck and neck, the question for NSW voters this Saturday is whether they have lost faith in the Coalition government enough to elect Labor again.
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Anne Twomey, University of Sydney
The short answer is no. But the longer answer is that it has a complicated history (and the best remedy remains at the ballot box).
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John Battersby, Massey University
My research focuses on terrorism in or affecting New Zealand. Until yesterday, my phone didn’t ring often because few were interested in anything I had to say. Since yesterday, it has not stopped.
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Paul Spoonley, Massey University
Most New Zealanders see immigration as beneficial for their country, but extreme nationalist politics have been part of communities for a long time.
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Colleen Murrell, Swinburne University of Technology
People are sharing the gruesome video posted by the Christchurch mosque gunman. What is the responsibility of news agencies in such a situation?
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Michelle Grattan, University of Canberra
After weeks of speculation, the close ally of Malcolm Turnbull confirms he will not re-contest his marginal Sydney seat.
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Michelle Grattan, University of Canberra
Leigh Sullivan speaks with Michelle Grattan about the week in politics.
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Ryan Storr, Western Sydney University
High-profile athletes have been speaking out against the eligibility of transgender women in elite female sporting competitions.
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Business + Economy
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John Quiggin, The University of Queensland
Employment Minister Mathias Cormann has let the cat out of the bag. The government has been trying to supress wages.
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Environment + Energy
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Amy Edwards, La Trobe University
Sometimes, two different animals will evolve to have a similar adaptation, even when they are not closely related. Flight is an excellent example.
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Marissa Parrott, University of Melbourne
Giving female marsupials a sniff of prospective partners increases the chance of a successful love connection.
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Betsy Jackes, James Cook University
The guinea flower grows right across Australia.
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Matt Navarro, University of Western Australia; Marit E. Kragt; Tim Langlois, University of Western Australia
The overwhelming majority of recreational fishers support no-fishing marine sanctuaries.
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Cities
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David MacKenzie, Swinburne University of Technology; Tammy Hand, University of South Australia
In 2008, Australia had a national homelessness strategy, plus a ten-point roadmap to reduce youth homelessness. Why has it fallen so far short of its goals, and what still needs to be done?
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Education
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Kylie Gwynne, University of Sydney
The program we’ve developed led to a 96% completion rate for one group of Aboriginal TAFE students.
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