Now it is 'political terrorism' to stand up for human rights

Howard's troops are out in force today, condemning the efforts of Liberal MPs prepared to make a stand on the injustices of mandatory detention. We have seen how easily the currencies of intolerance and racism can be put in play to bolster a political wedge. When a mirror is put up to our collective face the holders of the mirror are attacked for reminding us of our humanity. The use of the term 'political terrorist' to describe Liberal politicians defending the dignity of the individual and calling for decency in politics is an indicator of how diminished we have become by the tragedy of mandatory detention.

This should set off alarm bells that we can slip a lot further if good people don't stand up.


Tandberg in The Age