<p>Seventy years ago Australians were asked to give the Federal Government sweeping powers to ban communists and legislate on them, and by the narrowest of margins they voted ‘no’. Leading Australian constitutional lawyer, <a href='https://research.unsw.edu.au/people/scientia-professor-george-williams'>Professor George Williams</a>, joins Afternoon Light to discuss the 70th anniversary of the Communist Party Referendum on 22 September 2021. </p>

Seventy years ago Australians were asked to give the Federal Government sweeping powers to ban communists and legislate on them, and by the narrowest of margins they voted ‘no’. Leading Australian constitutional lawyer, Professor George Williams, joins Afternoon Light to discuss the 70th anniversary of the Communist Party Referendum on 22 September 2021.

<p>Seventy years ago Australians were asked to give the Federal Government sweeping powers to ban communists and legislate on them, and by the narrowest of margins they voted ‘no’. Leading Australian constitutional lawyer, <a href="https://research.unsw.edu.au/people/scientia-professor-george-williams" rel="noopener noreferrer">Professor George Williams</a>, joins Afternoon Light to discuss the 70th anniversary of the Communist Party Referendum on 22 September 2021. </p>

George Williams: ‘More Important Than A Half Dozen General Elections?’, The Communist Referendum

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Welcome to the Afternoon Light Podcast, a captivating journey into the heart of Australia’s political history and enduring values. Presented by the Robert Menzies Institute, a prime ministerial library and museum, this podcast illuminates the remarkable legacy of Sir Robert Menzies, Australia’s longest-serving prime minister. Dive into the rich tapestry of Menzies’s contemporary impact as we explore his profound contributions on the Afternoon Light Podcast. Join us as we delve into his unyielding commitment to equality, boundless opportunity, and unwavering entrepreneurial spirit. Our engaging discussions bring to life the relevance of Menzies’s values in today’s world, inspiring us to uphold his principles for a brighter future. Ready to embark on this enlightening journey? Experience the Afternoon Light Podcast now! Tune in to explore the past, engage with the present, and shape a better tomorrow by learning from the visionary leadership of Sir Robert Menzies. Stay connected by signing up on the Robert Menzies Institute website: https://www.robertmenziesinstitute.org.au/. Have an opinion? Email your comments to: info@robertmenziesinstitute.org.au.

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