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Threats to Australian politicians were rising before MP hit by car
Original: 'Our worst nightmare': Threats to Australian politicians were rising before MP hit by car
Australian politicians were already facing a rising number of threats before a member of parliament was hit by a car, in an incident lawmakers describe as 'our worst nightmare'. The case has drawn attention to the growing danger and abuse directed at public officials in Australia and renewed debate about their safety and security.
Why now: An MP being hit by a car has brought renewed attention to the escalating threats against Australian politicians.
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