Vocal Opposition to Australian Government’s Move to Introduce Voter ID at Next Election

Vocal Opposition to Australian Government’s Move to Introduce Voter ID at Next Election
The rural seat of Eden-Monaro is holding a by-election. Voters and party representatives interact outside Bungendore Public School on July 04, 2020 in Bungendore, Australia. Rohan Thomson/Getty Images
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The federal government is introducing new laws that will require Australians to display voter ID when voting at next the federal election. The proposal has been met with strong criticism from the opposition leader and left-leaning groups with claims of “voter-suppression.”

Prime Minister Scott Morrison said the law was not “earth-shattering” and that the Joint Standing Committee on Electoral Matters had made similar recommendations in previous elections since 2013.

Daniel Y. Teng
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Daniel Y. Teng is based in Brisbane, Australia. He focuses on national affairs, including federal politics and Australia-China relations. Got a tip? Contact him at [email protected].
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