Pauline Hanson’s comments about Indigenous Australians condemned as ‘nasty’ and ‘derogatory’

Pauline Hanson, the leader of the One Nation party, has made comments that have been widely condemned as "nasty" and "derogatory" by politicians from across the spectrum. She described Indigenous Australians as the "most primitive race on Earth", sparking outrage from Indigenous senators who say her comments show a "wilful ignorance" of the issues affecting Indigenous Australians. This backlash is significant because it highlights the ongoing tensions between Indigenous Australians and some politicians, and could have implications for the country's reconciliation efforts.

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