Arab Council Australia calls broadcaster’s legal defence ‘disturbing’, while Australian Lebanese Association notes ‘irony’ considering nature of case
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The ABC’s legal position that Antoinette Lattouf failed to prove that Middle Eastern races exist has been widely criticised by multicultural groups, with one demanding a public apology and accusing the public broadcaster of “betraying Arab Australians”.
In her unlawful termination case against the ABC, Lattouf has alleged that her political stance and race played a role in the decision to terminate her casual radio hosting contract after she posted on social media about the Israel-Gaza war.
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Author : Catie McLeod
Publish date : 2025-02-07 07:52:00
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