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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Josh Butler

What is Australia’s proposed antisemitism plan – and why are some parts causing concern?

Prime minister Anthony Albanese and special envoy to combat antisemitism Jillian Segal during a press conference
Australia’s special envoy to combat antisemitism Jillian Segal has handed down her action plan, which details ways governments and society can fight against hate. Photograph: Dan Himbrechts/AAP

The federal government’s expert adviser on antisemitism says universities should face funding cuts if they fail to fight antisemitism, mainstream news outlets and social media platforms should be put on notice, and more should be done to deport people spreading hate.

Anthony Albanese is considering the plan from Jillian Segal, which also calls for stricter hate speech laws to prevent vilification of Jews, and more education in schools about antisemitism. It is unclear which ideas Labor will implement.

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