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An investigation into allegations is overdue
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March 5, 2021 12.02am
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CHRISTIAN PORTER
An investigation into allegations is overdue
Christian Porter may indeed be innocent of the rape allegation as he claims (The Age, 4/3). But his public statement contains some alarming misdirection. In no reasonably governed organisation in Australia would the accused’s denial alone be considered satisfactory. Well may he decry losing his position over “nothing more than an accusation” – neither should a predator escape accountability for want of a serious investigation of evidence.
Time to enhance, not diminish our honours
January 26, 2021 â 10.00pm
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MARGARET COURT
Time to enhance, not diminish our honours
Like many, I was saddened by Margaret Courtâs AC. Court has already received an Order of Australia award recognising her service. As with at least two of last yearâs awards she is a controversial figure with loudly advocated extremist opinions, hurtful and socially damaging to many, and certain to provoke Australians who value diversity, tolerance and non-extreme views. Is the Council for the Order of Australia insensitive, or deliberately provocative?