The interrogation of Victorian Senator Lydia Thorpe regarding her boycott of King Charles III has sparked widespread controversy in Australian political circles. Karl Stefanovic, host of a Nine Network program, described her as “the most hated woman in Parliament.”
This came during a heated discussion over her recent statement calling for the removal of the King as a symbol of the Australian state.

Lydia Thorpe’s Justifications for Her Position

Stefanovic began the interview by addressing Thorpe’s controversial remarks, in which she claimed to have sworn her oath to the “Queen” and not to King Charles. Thorpe responded to the criticism by saying, “Well, it’s just another day in the colony, Karl. I’m used to this treatment.”

She asserted her right to deliver her message to the King and emphasized that many Australians support her stance, saying, “I sent the message. The whole world is talking about it.”

Questioning Her Departure from Parliament

Stefanovic then posed a direct question, asking whether Thorpe would consider leaving Canberra, noting that some people believe she shows a lack of respect for Parliament. Thorpe made it clear that she was “proud” of her position as a representative and stressed the need to change the current system in Australia, stating, “I’m not going anywhere.”

Criticism of the Monarchy’s Costs

During the interview, Thorpe also criticized the financial cost of having a Governor-General, arguing that “it’s not necessary to pay $800,000 a year for someone to sign legislation.” She pointed out the harm caused by the British monarchy to her ancestors, adding, “There is unfinished business.” She revealed that she plans to work on these issues in the coming years.

Additional Criticism from Other Politicians

In addition, 2GB radio host Chris O’Keefe criticized National Party leader David Littleproud’s comments regarding abortion, accusing him of “hypocrisy” while also highlighting the contradiction in supporting Thorpe’s stance. Meanwhile, Labor MP Katy Gallagher left the door open for discussions about Thorpe’s behavior, noting that her actions might challenge the Senate as an institution.

Editor’s Opinion

Lydia Thorpe seems to believe that her actions will alter the course of history and that Australia, after all the progress it has made, will revert to its Aboriginal roots and the traditional ways of its Indigenous peoples. Her bold statements, including her disrespectful remarks about the King and her alignment with supporters of Hamas and Hezbollah, may lead to a scenario where these groups reclaim Australia in favor of the Indigenous people, making Aboriginals the true owners of Australia.

What Thorpe fails to realize is that if terrorist supporters were to gain control over Australia, as per their plans, they would strip away the rights of Australians, Indigenous people, and anyone who does not follow their ideology. Australia has only reached its current level of success through hard work and dedication.

Australians have tirelessly worked to build and modernize their country, achieving the progress we see today. If any group were to impose its outdated customs and traditions, which defy reason and logic, Australia would crumble. Instead of advancing, it would regress in values, technology, and on various fronts. While some may refer to England’s involvement in Australia as “colonization,” I do not disagree with this term.

However, let me clarify that “colonization” means development, construction, and progress. The alternative would be to turn it into “destruction.” So, leave Australia alone and stop enjoying its benefits.