Fed: Howard rejects proposal for bill of rights

AAP General News (Australia)
08-25-2000
Fed: Howard rejects proposal for bill of rights

Mr FRASER, a co-president of the Stolen Generation's Journey of Healing, repeated his
call for a national apology for the destruction of families in his Darwin address.

He says a prime minister who acted to resolve differences between white and black Australia
would strengthen his moral authority.

But Mr HOWARD has defended his refusal to apologise, saying the issue isn't that simple.

Mr HOWARD says the best way to improve the situation is to address present disadvantage
through practical reconciliation.

He says it's a slow process but says some progress is being made in areas like health.

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KEYWORD: STOLEN FRASER HOWARD 2 (CANBERRA)

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