Social commentator Prue MacSween says there is a “tug of war between freedom of speech and freedom of offence,” as a new poll shows 68 per cent of Australians believe Australia is too politically correct. Credlin
Social commentator Prue MacSween says there is a “tug of war between freedom of speech and freedom of offence,” as a new poll shows 68 per cent of Australians believe Australia is too politically correct.
The Institute of Public Affairs released a poll which reveals 71 per cent of Australian’s support Australia Day remaining on January 26, and 68 per cent believe the country is too politically correct. Ms MacSween told Sky News host Peta Credlin the quiet Australians are being "drowned out" by left-wing activists. “Clearly some people’s opinion is more equal than other people’s opinion,” she said.
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