Peak Jewish groups welcome Jillian Segal’s appointment but some progressives raise concerns about her comments opposing ceasefire in Gaza
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The Australian government’s new special envoy on antisemitism has vowed to “confront this evil” and “to protect our tolerant and peaceful way of life”.
Anthony Albanese visited the Sydney Jewish Museum on Tuesday to announce the appointment of an Australian lawyer, Jillian Segal AO, as the special envoy to combat antisemitism in Australia.
Continue reading…Peak Jewish groups welcome Jillian Segal’s appointment but some progressives raise concerns about her comments opposing ceasefire in GazaFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastThe Australian government’s new special envoy on antisemitism has vowed to “confront this evil” and “to protect our tolerant and peaceful way of life”.Anthony Albanese visited the Sydney Jewish Museum on Tuesday to announce the appointment of an Australian lawyer, Jillian Segal AO, as the special envoy to combat antisemitism in Australia.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s free morning and afternoon email newsletters for your daily news roundup Continue reading…