Pauline Hanson’s speech ‘shameful’ and echoed ‘rubbish’ from rightwing figures in UK and US, critics say (opens original article in a new tab)

Pauline Hanson faced criticism for her speech accusing transgender ideology of being widespread and opposing multiculturalism, with critics calling her rhetoric hateful and similar to rightwing figures in the UK and US.

• Pauline Hanson's speech was criticized for using hate speech and echoing rightwing rhetoric from the UK and US
• Hanson claimed transgender ideology is widespread and opposed trans rights, leading to accusations of promoting hate against LGBTIQ+ people
• Hanson's comments on multiculturalism and racism were condemned by advocacy groups and political figures