In the lead-up to the so-called ‘March for Australia’, many people downplayed the involvement of neo-Nazis in organising and promoting the rallies that took place in several cities.

But in Melbourne, neo-Nazis were not just central to the march – they led it all the way to the steps of Parliament House, where a prominent neo-Nazi’s speech to the crowd ended in applause.

Just hours later, that same figure was part of a group that stormed Camp Sovereignty – an Aboriginal-led site of protest and mourning – tearing down flags and tents, stomping out the campfire and assaulting people with pipes and poles.

Today, writer and 7am co-host Daniel James on why neo-Nazis targeted Camp Sovereignty, and how “ordinary” grievances provided cover for the attack.


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In the lead-up to the so-called &lsquo;March for Australia&rsquo;, many people downplayed the involvement of neo-Nazis in organising and promoting the rallies that took place in several cities.
But in Melbourne, neo-Nazis were not just central to the march &ndash; they led it all the way to the steps of Parliament House, where a prominent neo-Nazi&rsquo;s speech to the crowd ended in applause.
Just hours later, that same figure was part of a group that stormed Camp Sovereignty &ndash; an Aboriginal-led site of protest and mourning &ndash; tearing down flags and tents, stomping out the campfire and assaulting people with pipes and poles.
Today, writer and 7am co-host Daniel James on why neo-Nazis targeted Camp Sovereignty, and how &ldquo;ordinary&rdquo; grievances provided cover for the attack.
 If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
 Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram
Guest: Writer and 7am co-host, Daniel James
Photo: Supplied

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How a mainstream protest gave cover to neo-Nazi violence

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