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Liberal MP Julian Leeser has introduced a bill in Australia mandating that all universities adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's definition of antisemitism. He argues that a unified definition is necessary to effectively combat rising antisemitism on campuses.
Why it matters
The bill addresses the ongoing debate regarding free speech, academic autonomy, and the definition of hate speech within Australian higher education.
Liberal MP Julian Leeser says all universities in Australia should adopt the same definition of antisemitism, introducing a bill which would mandate the adoption of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s controversial definition.
“We know antisemitism is a huge problem on campus,” Leeser told ABC News’ Afternoon Briefing .
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