Informit article: 18C: Whose free speech?

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Arena Magazine no. 146

Adrianne Walters, Doug Lorman, John Hinkson, Shelley Bielefeld, Simon Cooper

Feb 2017

Abstract:

The Australian government must maintain strong and effective prohibitions against racial vilification. Sections 18C and 18D of the Racial Discrimination Act have a vital role to play in stopping the spread of racial hatred and discrimination in our community. They set important standards that discourage racism and encourage people to speak out, and they provide an avenue for relief to those who are vilified. Weakening these laws now would give a green light to racism.

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