Paul Keating Condemns Angus Taylor's Migration Policy as Racist and Cowardly
Former Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating has launched a scathing attack on Opposition Leader Angus Taylor regarding his proposed overhaul of the nation's migration system. Keating accused Taylor of cowardice and racism, asserting that the Liberal Party is adopting the "dumb bigotry" of Pauline Hanson’s One Nation party to regain lost voters. Taylor recently admitted that his hardline policy, which includes stricter vetting and mandatory English learning for permanent residents, aims to win back support from those considering voting for One Nation. Keating argued that this approach betrays the legacy of historic Liberal leaders like Robert Menzies and Harold Holt, who championed immigration as central to Australia’s strength. He described Taylor’s strategy as an echo of Donald Trump’s rhetoric and unfit for national leadership. The controversy highlights the Coalition’s struggle against the rising popularity of One Nation in recent polls. While Taylor insists his policy focuses on values rather than race or religion, Keating maintains it promotes a mythical monoculture and undermines Australia’s identity as an immigrant nation.
Wire timeline
Paul Keating Condemns Angus Taylor's Migration Policy as Racist and Cowardly
Former Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating has launched a scathing attack on Opposition Leader Angus Taylor regarding his proposed overhaul of the nation's migration system. Keating accused Taylor of cowardice and racism, asserting that the Liberal Party is adopting the "dumb bigotry" of Pauline Hanson’s One Nation party to regain lost voters. Taylor recently admitted that his hardline policy, which includes stricter vetting and mandatory English learning for permanent residents, aims to win back support from those considering voting for One Nation. Keating argued that this approach betrays the legacy of historic Liberal leaders like Robert Menzies and Harold Holt, who championed immigration as central to Australia’s strength. He described Taylor’s strategy as an echo of Donald Trump’s rhetoric and unfit for national leadership. The controversy highlights the Coalition’s struggle against the rising popularity of One Nation in recent polls. While Taylor insists his policy focuses on values rather than race or religion, Keating maintains it promotes a mythical monoculture and undermines Australia’s identity as an immigrant nation.
theage