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The Guardian // World

Was Albanese’s royal commission refusal cynical or considered? Either way, his backdown has come too late

Thursday 8th January 2026, 9:01AM

The prime minister says he takes the time to ‘choose the right path’ – but it was right there in front of him the whole timeTen days ago, Anthony Albanese fiercely argued against a royal commission into antisemitism. On Thursday, from that very same lectern, he declared such an inquiry was vital to “heal” and unite a wounded nation after its worst-ever terror attack.Which invites the obvious question: What prompted such a screeching reversal? Continue reading...

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