Show Notes
The alleged attack on the independent MP has sparked a conversation about the threats politicians face and what it means for democracy.
For years, Australian politicians have warned about the threats, the abuse and the increasingly hostile atmosphere surrounding public life. As Helen Haines remains in a critical condition, and investigations into the motive are ongoing, experts and politicians say a greater level of civility is needed in public discourse.
In this episode: The 1067 reports of harassing and threatening behaviour against various high office holders Experts on the need for politicians to feel safe at work ASIO warnings about the rising threat of politically motivated violence Who is Dr Helen Haines? Other Australian and international politicians who have faced threats The questions that Australians are left with about their democracy. SBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast from SBS, going behind the headlines with reporting and interviews on the stories shaping Australia and the world.
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