Governor General Mostyn warns of democracy threat from civic ignorance among adults
Australia's Governor General Sam Mostyn warned of a "growing catastrophe" undermining the nation's democracy, citing widespread civic ignorance among adults. Speaking at Admiralty House in Sydney, Mostyn highlighted a "woeful lack of understanding" about the constitution and democratic foundations. She plans to prioritize civics education to address the threat to democratic participation.
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Published 31 Jul 2026, 02:00 UTC · Updated 31 Jul 2026, 04:11 UTC
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