Albanese's plan to tackle anti-semitism
Dec 19, 2025 •
In the aftermath of the Bondi terror attack, the country is grieving. It's a moment that calls for unity and for leadership.
But what we’ve seen is something else. Within days, political lines hardened. A former prime minister stepped in. The opposition shifted its message. And international leaders joined the chorus.
With political venom so close to the surface, the moment has revealed something deeper about how crisis is now handled in Australian politics.
Today, press gallery veteran Paul Bongiorno, on the gap between who we want to be – and who we are.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
Guest: Press gallery veteran Paul Bongiorno
Albanese's plan to tackle anti-semitism
1760 • Dec 19, 2025
Albanese's plan to tackle anti-semitism
In the aftermath of the Bondi terror attack, the country is grieving. It's a moment that calls for unity and for leadership.
But what we’ve seen is something else. Within days, political lines hardened. A former prime minister stepped in. The opposition shifted its message. And international leaders joined the chorus.
With political venom so close to the surface, the moment has revealed something deeper about how crisis is now handled in Australian politics.
Today, press gallery veteran Paul Bongiorno, on the gap between who we want to be – and who we are.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
Guest: Press gallery veteran Paul Bongiorno
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