Senate debates

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

Matters of Urgency

National Anti-Racism Framework

4:59 pm

Photo of Dorinda CoxDorinda Cox (WA, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Hansard source

I thank my colleague. He is a great ally! The truth is that outrage is easy, but governing is pretty hard. Outrage produces some of the headlines, but governing actually produces results, and that is the difference in this debate. While senators want to come in and perform some of that outrage, we over here in the Albanese Labor government are doing the work. We're strengthening the laws against hate, we're investing in education and social cohesion and we're implementing practical policies that actually reduce racism. That work might not produce your viral moments and dramatic speeches, but it actually produces some real outcomes, and that is exactly what our government will continue to deliver while you're still shouting.

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