With nearly one million votes cast early, Queenslanders are keen to have their voices heard on October 26. Source: Catholic Leader.
Church leaders have also weighed in on the Queensland election debate, calling for truth and human dignity in what can be a polarising process.
Townsville Bishop Tim Harris has called out what he calls a fear campaign surrounding voluntary assisted dying legislation.
He highlighted members of parliament and euthanasia advocates spreading concern over potential changes to the law should a Liberal National government form, despite this not being on the party’s agenda.
Bishop Harris’ words build upon the Queensland Bishops Election Statement released earlier this month.
The statement warned the influence of polarisation, populism and post-truth could spread easily on social media and the internet.
“In addressing the challenges facing all Queenslanders – healthcare, education, cost of living, housing, energy, safety, justice – we need as the basis of healthy political debate differing approaches and policies, based on evidence and sound reasoning,” the statement said.
“Such differences look to a dialogue based on truth and trust which is the opposite of the polarisation that makes democracy impossible.”
Cherish Life, a Queensland based pro-life group, has also been vocal in the lead up to the election.
It has recently launched a tool on their website to help Queenslanders know where their candidates stand on abortion.
Cherish Life chief executive officer Matthew Cliffe says the tool will help Queensland voters get a clearer picture on the polarising issue.
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Queenslanders are keen to have their voices heard at the election (By Michael Howard, The Catholic Leader)
