Attack on Australian MP Haines: How threats against legislators have soared
Abuse, threats against Australian lawmakers are rising in a country where political violence has historically been rare.
Al Jazeera English reports: Abuse, threats against Australian lawmakers are rising in a country where political violence has historically been rare.
This world story centres on Australia. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Australian MP Haines and Australian.
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- Australia · Oceania
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- Al Jazeera English
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- Australian MP Haines, Australian
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- World
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