Australian senators have voted to censure an Indigenous colleague who yelled at King Charles III during a reception in Parliament House last month.

Summary

Australian senators censured Senator Lidia Thorpe for her outburst against King Charles III during his visit, calling him a colonizer and demanding land and reparations. Thorpe defended her actions, stating she would repeat them if Charles returned.

  • Cethin@lemmy.zipEnglish
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    3 days ago

    The crown greatly enriched themselves in the act. They should also pay reparations.

    I disagree it reduced her influence. She’s now made a name for herself. She likely wasn’t given much influence to start with, but she’s been handed a platform to speak with now.