Chalmers calls social media a ‘business model for hate’; survey shows half of young Australians see US as a threat
Treasurer links online toxicity to politics in wake of Haines attack; YouGov poll finds trust shifting toward regional neighbours
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has described social media as a “business model for hate”, blaming algorithmic rage-bait for toxic politics and abuse aimed at politicians, while a new survey shows half of young Australians now view the United States as a threat rather than a friend.