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Pru Goward

How the ABC can fix the ‘Lattouf problem’ for good

To uphold its charter of impartiality, the broadcaster should issue a general directive that no staff make controversial comments about contentious issues.

The ABC’s Lattouf problem comes from trying to be all things to all people. While this was a virtue for Paul the Apostle in his dealings with the Corinthians – with whom he carried on an extensive correspondence – it has not turned out well for our national broadcaster.

That pesky ABC Charter, requiring neutrality and unbiased reporting, just keeps getting in the way of the now dominant culture of activism.

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Pru Goward is a former Liberal NSW government minister and sex discrimination commissioner.

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