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Andrew Brown

Fears hate speech laws could make anti-Semitism worse

A surge in anti-Semitic attacks on cars and buildings is alarming the Jewish community. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS)

Hate-speech laws designed to curb anti-Semitism in the community could instead exacerbate the issue, experts warn.

Following a spate of anti-Semitic attacks, the federal government flagged laws that would criminalise violent threats against religious groups could be raced through parliament.

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