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This detail in Albanese's hate speech laws has angered Jewish groups

Parliament will debate a new hate speech bill defining conduct inciting racial hatred with a broad, principle-based test.
A defence for quoting from religious texts is under fire for potentially creating a loophole, says Jewish leaders.
Prime Minister Albanese argues the bill seeks broad support and would set a principle-based test for conduct and speech.
Jewish leaders say religion should not be an excuse for hate speech and urge caution on exemptions.
The reforms come after the Bondi Beach attack and discuss gun control measures alongside hate speech protections.
Parliamentary review will consider input from groups like Cattle Australia, Equality Australia and the Australian Human Rights Commission.
Liberal backbenchers and the Greens are weighing positions as the government seeks a cross-party path.
The government plans a national firearms buyback and tighter background checks as part of the reforms.
Executive Council of Australian Jewry urges that the process be slow and evidence-based, stressing broader protection needs.
The article frames the debate around balancing anti-hate protections with free speech and religious discourse.

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