Bernardi Defends Controversial Views, One Nation Surges

0:00On March 6th, here's the latest out of Sydney. Corey Bernardi, one nation's lead candidate for South Australia's upper house, fully stands by comments he made nearly 14 years ago, Lincoln Gay, marriage to bestiality and polygamy. He insists he's not apologizing, claiming society has followed that slippery slopes since marriage laws changed. In a recent interview, Bernardi dismissed concerns about offending people and doubled down on his views. He also endorsed federal leader Pauline Hanson's recent statements, questioning good Muslims, arguing Islamic values conflict with Australian ones. Those original remarks from 2012 sparked major backlash at the time. Leaders like then, Prime Minister Tony Abbott called them repugnant, while others branded them extreme and hysterical. Meanwhile, Bernardi clarified, he doesn't deny good individual Muslims exist, but says true adherence to Islam clashes with local laws and norms. He's framing one nation as outsiders shaking up politics.

1:01Polls show one nation surging ahead of the March 21st state election with up to 24% primary support, topping the liberals. The party is pushing education reforms like school vouchers and health fixes to cut hospital weights and boost regional care. This episode is proudly sponsored by our partner. If sleep podcasts are your thing, this is your pillow, built for comfort and calm, S-O-L-L-I, soleypillow.com.