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AFL accused of being 'an arm of the Labor Party' after banning video
- The AFL reportedly asked Jess Wilson to delete a social media post during a Collingwood-St Kilda match.
- Jeff Kennett labeled the AFL as 'an arm of the Labor Party' over the incident.
- AFL officials said the request did not come from AFL corporate affairs and denied involvement.
- Jess Wilson defended the post, saying she would not be silenced.
- The controversy centers on political neutrality and how the AFL handles copyright issues.
- The post linked alleged $15 billion CFMEU corruption to the price of pies at the footy.
- The AFL disputed involvement of communications staff in approving the post removal.
- AFL spokesperson said McCrohan did not authorise the request and was unaware of it.
- The piece was updated later the same day with more context and responses.
- The article includes broader coverage of sport and political commentary within the Daily Mail's section.
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