It’s critical for the health of Australian democracy that racism be called out and these challenges are met with courage and a relentless pursuit of equality.
"The role of parliamentarians is not only to reflect the views – and prejudices – of their constituents but to challenge and reshape them towards a more inclusive and equitable society: Parliament should strive to be more than a mirror reflecting societal attitudes – it needs to be an institution for reform and progress. It is not enough for members of Parliament to passively reject racism; they must actively confront and dismantle the structures and practices that allow it to thrive."
THIS!!!
I never accepted this whole "you must say what your constituents want you to say". Let's face it, most constituents are either racist, xenophobic or just don't know jack about anything.
The government should be a moral LEADER, not follower. It should strive to improve the people, not pander to them:)
"The role of parliamentarians is not only to reflect the views – and prejudices – of their constituents but to challenge and reshape them towards a more inclusive and equitable society: Parliament should strive to be more than a mirror reflecting societal attitudes – it needs to be an institution for reform and progress. It is not enough for members of Parliament to passively reject racism; they must actively confront and dismantle the structures and practices that allow it to thrive."
THIS!!!
I never accepted this whole "you must say what your constituents want you to say". Let's face it, most constituents are either racist, xenophobic or just don't know jack about anything.
The government should be a moral LEADER, not follower. It should strive to improve the people, not pander to them:)