Bernardi Reaffirms Controversial Marriage Stance, Critics Fire Back

0:00Here's more Adelaide news for March 7th. Cory Bernardi, the one nation leader in South Australia, has reaffirmed his controversial 2012 remarks, linking same-sex marriage, too, beast theality. He made the comments again recently and has no plans to apologize. Bernardi says his stance remains the same after 14 years. He stresses the need to protect and defend the state's culture without backing down. Opponents react as strongly to the remarks. Green's leader Robert Simms called them insulting to same-sex relationships, while essay-best leader Connie Benarros joined the criticism in a sharp, rebuked. Bernardi dismissed the backlash and shifted focus to bigger issues like the cost of living crisis and the government's $50 billion debt. Premier Peter Malinowska's head back saying Bernardi's campaign relies on controversy instead of real policy. Meanwhile, Malinowska's announced $6.6 million for a new fishing authority to boost tourism and participation in the sector, which brings in $380 million yearly.

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