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Court Tests Power to Ban Hate Groups | Perth News
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A controversial political party, White Australia Party Inc., led by Thomas Sewell and suspected of neo-Nazi ties, is suing the government over a potential ban — claiming it’s unconstitutional and infringes on free speech. The case hinges on whether the state can legally shut down political parties deemed hate-driven, with legal experts warning of slippery slopes and historical precedents like the Cold War Communist Party ban. With arguments underway and no quick resolution expected, the court must navigate murky boundaries between speech, safety, and power — all while avoiding the dangerous precedent of silencing dissent under vague definitions of harm.
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