Josh Roose

In a thought-provoking discussion, Josh Roose, an extremism expert and associate professor at Deakin University, delves into the alarming presence of neo-Nazi groups in Australia. He explores the tactics these groups use to evade legal restrictions and questions why a rally targeting Jewish individuals was permitted. Josh argues for re-evaluating the balance between free speech and public safety, highlighting the risks of allowing hate speech to escalate. His insights prompt a deep reflection on the challenges of banning extremist movements in a liberal democracy.