Senator Pauline Hanson, leader of One Nation, called for Australia to become a "monoculture" during a speech in London on July 18 [1, 2].
The address marks the conclusion of a two-week tour across the United Kingdom and Europe. Hanson's appearance at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) underscores her efforts to align her political platform with international right-wing movements.
During her presentation, Hanson criticized the concept of "white privilege" and spoke against policies supporting transgender rights [1, 2]. She used the platform to reiterate her vision for a national identity based on a singular cultural framework rather than multiculturalism.
Reports indicated that Hanson spoke to a sparse audience during the event [1]. Despite the low attendance, she used the opportunity to defend her recent media appearances, including her decision to appear on a podcast hosted by Tommy Robinson [1, 2].
Hanson's tour of Europe focused on promoting her political agenda to a global audience. By speaking at CPAC, she positioned her One Nation platform alongside other conservative figures in the UK and beyond, emphasizing a shared opposition to progressive social policies.
The senator's rhetoric regarding a monoculture continues to be a central pillar of her political identity. This latest speech serves as a reinforcement of her domestic goals while seeking validation from foreign conservative allies [1, 2].
“Hanson called for Australia to become a "monoculture"”
Hanson's engagement with CPAC and figures like Tommy Robinson suggests a strategy of internationalizing her brand of nationalism. By framing her domestic goals within a global conservative movement, she seeks to normalize her calls for a monoculture and create a cross-border alliance against multiculturalism and gender-affirming policies.
