Liberal party ‘corroded by hate’ MP says amid concerns of ‘dog whistling’ on immigration
Summary
Liberal Party members in Australia express worry that their immigration policies are influenced by the minor right-wing One Nation party. Minister Angus Taylor announced a plan to limit immigration based on new housing construction, which some say uses language that could encourage prejudice.Key Facts
- Some Liberal MPs say the party’s immigration plans are influenced by One Nation’s agenda.
- Angus Taylor linked Australia’s immigration intake to the number of new houses built nationwide.
- Taylor has recently described certain countries as "bad" in relation to immigration.
- Critics say the party’s language on migration may be a form of "dog whistling," which means using coded words to stir up negative feelings.
- Former Liberal MP Jenny Ware supports linking immigration to infrastructure but warns against adopting One Nation’s rhetoric.
- Immigration advocacy groups and the Labor party criticized the policies as encouraging hate.
- Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke commented critically on Taylor’s immigration stance.
- Taylor denied trying to attract One Nation voters and said citizenship should be considered a privilege.
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