Racism is a fire. Once lit, it spreads, igniting more hate in its path.
Two weeks have passed since anti-migration rallies were held across the country.
In that time, the long-burning flame of racism in Australia has flared into something more dangerous. And more rallies are coming, including in Melbourne this weekend.
When times are tough, it is not uncommon to look for someone or something to blame. Take housing. Some people are deliberately manipulating this complex issue to attack certain - aka, non-European - migrants, for reasons that have nothing to do with improving housing affordability.
Many of us face disadvantage, but it is important to understand the unique burdens faced by different communities.
Being a migrant in Australia is often a precarious position to be in.
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