by Alex Greenwich | Nov 16, 2011 | Australian commentary
It’s hard to believe that in 2011 we live in a society where prejudice, discrimination, fear and even hatred directed at same-sex-attracted people still exist. But attitudes are shifting. As yesterday’s polling made clear, most Australians support a change...
by Alex Greenwich | Nov 16, 2011 | Australian news, News
Labor Senator Doug Cameron says allowing party members a conscience vote on gay marriage legislation will not change government policy. In an opinion piece published in Fairfax newspapers this morning, Prime Minister Julia Gillard says MPs should be given a conscience...
by Alex Greenwich | Nov 15, 2011 | Australian news, News
Right-wing Labor powerbroker Mark Arbib says he disagrees with Julia Gillard that the ALP party platform should stay opposed to gay marriage. The right of the party is split on whether the party platform should also be changed. Ms Gillard has stated today that while...
by Alex Greenwich | Nov 15, 2011 | AME media releases, News
Marriage equality advocates are disappointed Prime Minister, Julia Gillard, has today affirmed her opposition to same-sex marriage and has tried to pre-empt the outcome of Labor’s National Conference by calling for a conscience vote. The Prime Minister’s...
by Alex Greenwich | Nov 15, 2011 | Australian commentary
Robust debate on uranium and gay marriage is what the Labor conference needs. Labor meets next month in Sydney. As Australia’s oldest and largest political party, we must take our opportunity to speak to the country, to be clear about Labor’s vision for...
