Julian Burnside

@JulianBurnside

Barrister, human rights activist, supporter of the arts. Not a member of any political party. If I ignore a tweet it does not mean I agree with it

Melbourne, Australia
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Joined October 2010
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  1. Aug 8

    They wouldn't. But unpack "disincentive to people smugglers": it means blocking people who are trying to find safety

    But how would these measures be disincentives to people smugglers???
    13 retweets 15 likes
  2. Aug 8

    Facts get in the way of a good rant for bigots and Islamophobes.

    5 retweets 8 likes
  3. Aug 8

    Here's an alternative which is not cruel and is MUCH less expensive

    what is the policy you advocate and how will it lead to less pain?
    12 retweets 17 likes
  4. Aug 8

    The unidentified spokesperson cited the provisions of Sharia law. The Grand Mufti did not, so far as I'm aware

    you are a terrible liar or your comprehension skills are lacking
    1 retweet 6 likes
  5. Aug 8

    No, I'm just unreasonable: obviously the best response to a Saudi attack is to invade Afghanistan and Iraq

    Are you deliberately being this obtuse or are you utterly unable to use reason?
    9 retweets 32 likes
  6. Aug 8

    I agree. Sadly, Dutton wants a few more refugees to die in Nauru or Manus because it's a "deterrent"

    if this woman has been diagnosed or is suspected cancer she should be brought to Aus now!
    32 retweets 27 likes
  7. Aug 8

    Yes but this lady is being denied urgent care. Doesn't happen to "Every day Australians."

    8 retweets 17 likes
  8. Aug 8

    Exactly. We never invaded Saudi Arabia even though the 9/11 terrorists were Saudis

    So when did we invade Saudi Arabia if thats your excuse for punishing the "west" ?
    11 retweets 17 likes
  9. Aug 8

    If you're talking about boat people, none have been involved in any terrorist acts. Correct me if I'm wrong

    Problem is Julian how to identify the extremists and the goodies in the sea
    19 retweets 35 likes
  10. Aug 8

    Actually, just in case facts matter, the Grand Mufti didn't "endorse Gay Kill"

    To be fair Julian your attempt at thinking after the Grand Mufti endorsed Gay Kill didnt go so well for you.
    4 retweets 12 likes
  11. Aug 8

    Only if you reckon you are better at blunt force than at thinking. Is that it?

    Thinking is not going to solve the islam issue. Only decisive and blunt force will stem the tide for awhile.
    8 retweets 13 likes
  12. Aug 7 Sydney, New South Wales

    thank you for continuing to bringing awareness to plight of refugees. . such bad form to treat ppl so bad.

    10 retweets 25 likes
  13. Aug 7

    So openly shows it has zero humanity for

    Refugee with growing breast lump has medical transfer from Nauru cancelled Australia's indifference strikes again
    8 retweets 9 likes
  14. Aug 7

    what is wrong with us -these stories are becoming far too common.

    3 retweets 11 likes
  15. Aug 8

    Yes it was diagnosed on Nauru. Doctors said she needs treatment

    Has it been diagnosed. Is there a medical opinion? May have been diagnosed as a benign lump.
    3 retweets 6 likes
  16. Aug 7

    Oh, come on Australia

    Refugee with growing breast lump has medical transfer from Nauru cancelled Australia's indifference strikes again
    19 retweets 23 likes
  17. Aug 8

    Would you say that if it was your wife or mother?

    stop being a Drama Queen Julian, welcome to the world of the everyday Australian. Happens every day!
    1 retweet 13 likes
  18. Aug 8

    WTF? Why has this been cancelled? Breast Cancer is not a bloody picnic.

    7 retweets 11 likes
  19. Aug 8

    2/2 I'm finding it very hard to enjoy Aussie successes in Rio given abuses back home; Olympics = nationalism run amuck

    4 retweets 13 likes
  20. Aug 8

    bad treatment of refugees = reaffirmation of "Aussie"-ness; so our Olympic 'pride' remains in racist eyes undiluted 1/2

    3 retweets 6 likes

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