Australia's Lidia Thorpe Censured for Heckling King Charles
Australia's Lidia Thorpe Censured for Heckling King Charles

Australia's Lidia Thorpe Censured for Heckling King Charles

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Independent senator Lidia Thorpe was censured by the Australian parliament for heckling King Charles during his visit to Canberra, where she shouted, 'This is not your land, you are not my king,' while accusing the monarchy of genocide against Indigenous Australians. The censure, which passed with 46 votes in favor and 12 against, serves as a symbolic gesture expressing disapproval of her disruptive actions. Thorpe, who expressed defiance towards the censure, vowed to continue her protests against colonialism, stating she would do it again if the king returns. Critics of the censure, including Green Senator Mehreen Faruqi, argued it reflects systemic issues of privilege within the parliament. Thorpe, known for her activism and political stunts, declared her allegiance to Indigenous sovereignty, rejecting the legitimacy of the monarchy. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in Australia regarding its colonial past and the treatment of Indigenous peoples.

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