Protest under pressure: The impact of Queensland’s new hate speech laws

Queensland’s new hate speech laws have sparked debate over where the line should be drawn between hate speech and political expression. With a High Court challenge underway, questions are being raised about whether the laws could discourage people from taking to the streets.

Producer: Hannah Shaheen

Featured in this story: Remah Naji (Naji), Activist with Justice for Palestine Magan-djin & Lead Plaintiff in High Court Challenge; Professor Sarah Joseph (Professor Joseph), Griffith University Professor of Human Rights Law.

Image via Matt Hrkac, 2021

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