While the recent Federal election in Australia was narrowly won by the current conservative government, the results also saw the election of far right candidates. The One Nation party, led by Pauline Hanson, made a triumphant return to Parliament with a number of Senators being elected. One Nation is based on Islamophobia, anti Asian racism, and nationalism. While some of the protectionist policies of One Nation may appeal to some workers, the reality is that far right parties such as One Nation only serve to divide workers along racial and ethnic grounds. Their policies serve the interests of sections of the capitalist class.
While the recent Federal election in Australia was narrowly won by the current conservative government, the results also saw the election of far right candidates. The One Nation party, led by Pauline Hanson, made a triumphant return to Parliament with a number of Senators being elected. One Nation is based on Islamophobia, anti Asian racism, and nationalism. While some of the protectionist policies of One Nation may appeal to some workers, the reality is that far right parties such as One Nation only serve to divide workers along racial and ethnic grounds. Their policies serve the interests of sections of the capitalist class.
