Is gun law debate a distraction from dealing with antisemitism?

17/12/2025 3 min
Is gun law debate a distraction from dealing with antisemitism?

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Episode Synopsis

The deadly Bondi mass shooting has intensified the national debate over Australia's gun laws. However, some prominent figures, including former Prime Minister John Howard, caution against letting the debate be diverted from the growing threat of antisemitism. So what are the opposing arguments from gun control advocates and pro-gun lobbies on whether current laws are adequate? The tragedy is fuelling a controversial political discussion around immigration and Australian values.

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