The Guardian·4 min read·medium

Governor general warns of ‘growing catastrophe’ that threatens to undermine democracy in Australia

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Tom McIlroy Political editor
Governor general warns of ‘growing catastrophe’ that threatens to undermine democracy in Australia
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Australian Governor General Sam Mostyn has warned that a lack of civic education is leading to a 'growing catastrophe' for the nation's democracy. She noted that many citizens misunderstand the constitutional role of her office and the foundations of government.

The Australian governor general, Sam Mostyn, at Admiralty House in Kirribilli, Sydney. The Australian governor general, Sam Mostyn, at Admiralty House in Kirribilli, Sydney. Australian politics Governor general warns of ‘growing catastrophe’ that threatens to undermine democracy in Australia Sam Mostyn says there is a widespread ‘failure to understand and engage with and feel proud of the very civic underpinnings of our democracy’

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