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Doughnuts and Donald Trump: Behind the scenes of Pauline Hansons One Nation campaign launch in Victoria
What happened
One Nation candidate Mark Nicholson made a threat to jail former premiers Daniel Andrews and Jacinta Allan at the party's Victorian campaign launch, echoing a similar threat made by US President Donald Trump. The event featured a low-budget catering option of three types of doughnuts and Australian-themed merchandise. Nicholson's threat was described as "alarming" by Victorian Premier Ben Carroll, who stated that any Americanisation of the judicial system in Victoria should be concerning.
Why it matters
The threat of jailing politicians by a candidate is a matter of public concern, as it may undermine the principle of judicial independence. The use of American-style rhetoric and imagery by One Nation may also be seen as attempting to influence the Victorian election. The event's catering and merchandise suggest a focus on creating a spectacle and generating revenue.
Key facts
- Donald Trump
- One Nation candidate Mark Nicholson made a threat to jail former premiers
- Three types of doughnuts were served at the event.
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