Barnaby Joyce claims Australia is a ‘Christian nation’ and says many First Nations people would agree
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Barnaby Joyce, a One Nation MP, claimed Australia is a 'Christian nation' and asserted that many First Nations people would agree. He made the comments at an anti-abortion gala in Sydney, where he accepted an award for 'political courage'. The event was organized by Joanna Howe.
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Joyce attended an anti-abortion gala.
The comments were made at an anti-abortion gala organised by Joanna Howe.
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The comments were made at an anti-abortion gala organised by Joanna Howe.
The Guardian- Joyce attended an anti-abortion gala.
- He accepted a prize for 'political courage' at that event.
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The comments were made at an anti-abortion gala organised by Joanna Howe.
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