When Grace Tame and Brittany Higgins came to Canberra
February 10, 2022
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Episode 625 · February 10, 2022
When Grace Tame and Brittany Higgins came to Canberra
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<p>On Tuesday Prime Minister Scott Morrison formally apologised to all those who have experienced sexual harassment, assault or bullying while working in federal parliament. </p><p>During his speech he directly addressed former Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins, whose advocacy initiated the review that led to Morrison’s apology.</p><p>The very next day, Brittany Higgins, alongside former Australian of the Year Grace Tame delivered an explosive address to the National Press Club - questioning just how seriously we should take the Prime Minister’s words - and whether they will translate into action. </p><p>Today, contributing editor to <em>The Monthly </em>Rachel Withers on why Scott Morrison’s apology might be too little, too late. </p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Guest:</strong> Contributing editor to <em>The Monthly </em>Rachel Withers.</p><p><br /></p><p>Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.twitter.com/7ampodcast">Twitter</a> and <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
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