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Pacifying the Voice: what happened to the dream of Federation?

8 August 2023

5:00 AM

8 August 2023

5:00 AM

When historical truth is involved, the more anyone claims to possess it the more he lies.’ – Albert Camus

The optimistic intent that this country was founded on has been the first casualty of the Voice referendum. Since both Yes and No campaigns are sponsoring the concern of a divided Australia, our leaders, if demagogic or honest, should take the course to rouse ourselves to a greater purpose and remind us of the origins of our nation’s becoming.

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