One Nation refuses to drop candidate after racist demographic replacement remarks

The Guardian reported that One Nation has shown no sign of removing upper house candidate Stuart Bonds despite widespread criticism of his comments. Bonds, a former coalminer, appeared in a Facebook video from a Sydney anti‑immigration rally on Sunday, where he launched a speech against “mass” migration.

In the video, a man dressed like a medieval knight watches as Bonds says, “Make no mistake, we are being demographically replaced inside our own nation.” The remarks were described as “racist” and “divisive,” prompting a backlash.

Nevertheless, the party has not indicated any intention to dump the candidate, according to the outlet. Bonds is identified as One Nation’s leader‑upper house candidate, and his statements have reignited debate over the party’s stance on immigration and candidate discipline.

Why it matters

The episode highlights One Nation’s willingness to retain a candidate who makes controversial immigration remarks, signaling how the party may handle similar controversies in the future.

Key details

Location

Australia · Oceania

Reported by

The Guardian

First reported

14 Nov 2026, 06:30 IST

Key names

Stuart Bonds, Nation, NSW, Australians

Section

Politics

Sources

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• The GuardianStuart Bonds made ‘racist’ and ‘divisive’ comments. But One Nation is showing no sign of dumping the NSW candidate 14 Nov, 06:30

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