Recent articles by Fatima Payman

6 December 2024
Courage in public office and Australia's recognition of Palestine
“No room for robust debate” within ALP caucus. “There is so much courage that Australia could exercise. We could come out and be the real champions of human rights, and human life, that we claim to be - especially within the Labor party.” High profile Senator Fatima Payman and former Labor Senator Margaret Reynolds discuss courage in public office, Australia’s recognition of Palestine, Australia’s Voice, and the difficulties of standing up for one’s principles within a party political system.

19 June 2024
Australia must recognise Palestine to promote peace
Such a move would support the peace efforts, not undermine them, as some have argued.