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October 7 should be a day of reflection for Australia

The domestic fallout of the Middle East conflict continues to pose the greatest challenge to the nation’s social cohesion in decades.

The anniversary of the barbarous terrorist attacks in Israel on October 7 should be a day of reflection for Australia.

All Australians should acknowledge the horror and express sorrow for the 1200 victims, the hostages still in captivity, and their loved ones. Remembering the unspeakable politically inspired and religiously motivated crimes should give Australians cause to reflect on living in one of the freest, most peaceful, multicultural liberal democracies in the world.

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