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Call to reform race hate speech laws to protect Muslims, other religions

File image of Australia's Grand Mufti, Dr Ibrahim Abu Mohammed
File image of Australia's Grand Mufti, Dr Ibrahim Abu Mohammed Source: AAP

Controversial clause 18C of the Anti Discrimination Act is under scrutiny once more, as Islamic leaders call for it to be broadened to defend hate speech based on religion. Image: File image of Australia's Grand Mufti, Dr Ibrahim Abu Mohammed. (AAP)


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Controversial clause 18C of the Anti Discrimination Act is under scrutiny once more, as Islamic leaders call for it to be broadened to defend hate speech based on religion. Image: File image of Australia's Grand Mufti, Dr Ibrahim Abu Mohammed. (AAP)


However, Federal Government members say that instead of expanding the clause, it should be removed altogether... to protect freedom of speech.


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