The Australian constitution does not currently reference Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The federal government created a council to explore holding a referendum on the subject in May 2017. Proponents, including Prime Minister Turnbull, argue that the original inhabitants of Australia should be recognized in the constitution and all racial elements should be removed. Opponents argue that the government resources should not be wasted on holding a referendum.
87% Yes |
13% No |
87% Yes |
13% No |
See how support for each position on “Aboriginal recognition” has changed over time for 65.2k Australia voters.
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See how importance of “Aboriginal recognition” has changed over time for 65.2k Australia voters.
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@593R4MJ3yrs3Y
To be honest, Im sick of recognizing Aboriginal people. this country is going to end up being run by Aboriginals soon and the white man will be a second class citizen. Hell we can't even claim racism when an Aboriginal calls us whiteys or crackers or honky or any racial slur.
@8F6MYPM4yrs4Y
It should mention all people
@4X989LW3yrs3Y
They should recognise all religions and cultures but provide no benefit for any as we are all Australian.
@4WPM5BS3yrs3Y
It's important, but a referendum is incredibly expensive to hold. It would be more efficient to actually do something that would provide resources that would actually help someone, and serve more of a purpose than just sit there as a token gesture.
@Kiceanna3yrs3Y
No, Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders are Australian, thus I would argue they are recognized and represented, even if not by name. The constitution doesn't need to change.
@9727M251yr1Y
No. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are Australian and therefore they are already recognised. By creating a specific reference, category or any other separation/segregation from being 'Australian' is a form of apartheid.
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