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The Yes pamphlet annotated: 14 things you should know
The Australian Electoral Commission has published the formal Yes and No cases for the proposed Voice to parliament referendum. There is no requirement for the pamphlet to be truthful. We’ve annotated the Yes pamphlet below.
By James Massola and Angus Thompson
“Vote Yes for a better future for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and all Australians. Vote Yes for unity, hope and to make a positive difference,” the Yes case states.Credit: Marija Ercegovac
The Yes case outlines eight key reasons why Australians should vote in favour of the Voice to parliament. The pamphlet, authorised by government MPs in consultation with pro-Voice MPs from across the parliament, declares that “constitutional recognition is a powerful statement that will drive practical change”. It also argues the Voice will save taxpayers money by ensuring funding is spent more effectively.
The pamphlet says the idea for the Voice originated from a representative group of Indigenous Australians – not from politicians, as the No camp has claimed.
The No pamphlet annotated here
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