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AFP boss says politicians’ heated rhetoric is fuelling threats against MPs

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Australia’s top federal law enforcement official warns that politicians’ heated rhetoric is directly fueling threats against MPs, with women disproportionately targeted by sexual violence.

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Commissioner Krissy Barrett says women are more often singled out, often with threats of sexual violenceGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia’s top federal law enforcement official has drawn a direct link between politicians’ rhetoric and threats and abuse being directed at leaders.The safety of elected representatives at all levels has been thrown into the spotlight after independent MP Helen Haines was allegedly deliberate attacked outside her Wangaratta electoral office. Continue reading...

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