INTERVIEW: Is an 'alienation crisis' hurting Australia's social fabric?
Update: 2025-08-27
Description
Social cohesion impacts how connected and inclusive our society is.
But is it in trouble in Australia?
It's a question a lot of people are asking, especially after events this week: a sovereign citizen allegedly killing 2 police officers, ASIO declaring a foreign government is behind antisemitic attacks in Melbourne and Sydney, and plans for protests that the government says are targeting immigrants.
In this extended interview, we chat to a researcher who's trying to work out what's fuelling it all.
Guest:
- Dr Ben Rich, senior lecturer in international relations, Curtin University
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