Lidia Thorpe

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Lidia Thorpe Caught in a Parliamentary Paper Toss Surprise!

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Senator Lidia Thorpe throws caution (and papers) to the wind, getting herself suspended from parliament!

In an explosive turn of events in Australia's Senate, Lidia Thorpe, the Independent Senator known for her fiery demeanor, has been suspended after a dramatic incident involving paper throwing and finger flipping. It all went down when Thorpe tore up a motion presented by Pauline Hanson and threw the shredded documents across the chamber, leading to immediate backlash. After her stunt, the Labor Senate leader Penny Wong took swift action, moving for Thorpe's suspension until the end of the week, citing multiple instances of inappropriate conduct, including abusive comments towards fellow senators.

As news of the suspension broke, the Australian political scene was set ablaze with reactions from fellow politicians and the public alike. The vote to suspend Thorpe was overwhelming with 46 in favor and only 11 against, showing that both Labor and the Coalition found common ground on the matter. Thorpe's antics have not only compromised the decorum of the Senate but have also sparked heated debates about acceptable behavior in parliament. Political commentators note that Thorpe's unapologetic stance and dramatic flair are reminiscent of a scene from a reality TV show, adding an unexpected twist to government proceedings.

However, this isn't the first time Thorpe has been at the center of controversy. Known for her aggressive approach, she has previously voiced strong opinions on various social issues, often engaging in fierce verbal battles with her opponents. Some members of her own party have expressed concern over her style, fearing that such outbursts might overshadow significant legislative discussions. With her absence now felt in the Senate, many are left wondering what her next move will be and if this will lead to a change in her approach moving forward.

In a funny twist, the event has led to a new political term being coined known as the "Thorpe Toss" – creating headlines and memes alike across social media! In the realms of political history, this paper-tossing incident reminds us that passion often results in unexpected antics. Interestingly, Australian politicians have a long history of colorful behavior, from Bob Hawke's famous beer-drinking abilities to current Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's sometimes whimsical sense of humor.

Fun Fact: Did you know that in 1975, the Australian Senate saw an equally shocking moment when a politician was accused of throwing a cup of water at his opponent? It seems paper isn’t the only projectile finding its way into Australian parliament!

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Lidia Thorpe suspended from parliament for 'physically threatening ... (SBS)

After tearing up a motion and throwing the papers at Pauline Hanson, Thorpe will be absent for the rest of the week.

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Lidia Thorpe suspended from Senate after appearing to throw paper ... (The Guardian)

Penny Wong says there have been multiple instances where Thorpe made 'inappropriate and sometimes abusive comments' towards other senators.

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'Line in the sand': Lidia Thorpe barred from parliament (Education – Australian Associated Press)

Labor Senate leader Penny Wong moved the motion to oust Senator Thorpe until the end of Thursday, passing 46 votes to 11. The government, coalition, Senator ...

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Thorpe punished after stunt against Hanson (NEWS.com.au)

Firebrand senator Lidia Thorpe will be suspended from the Senate for the last two sitting days of 2024 after she explosively tore up papers and threw them ...

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'Inappropriate' and 'abusive': Lidia Thorpe suspended from Senate (Daily Telegraph)

Rogue senator Lidia Thorpe has been suspended from parliament after throwing papers at Pauline Hanson and flipping her middle finger as she stormed out of a ...

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Senator Lidia Thorpe suspended after wild outburst in Senate (Sky News Australia)

Labor and the Coalition have joined forces to suspend independent Senator Lidia Thorpe after she ripped up a motion from Pauline Hanson and threw it at the ...

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Senator Lidia Thorpe suspended from parliament (The Age)

Senator Lidia Thorpe has been suspended from parliament for the rest of the year after a confrontation with Pauline Hanson.

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Lidia Thorpe suspended from the Senate for remainder of the week (ABC News)

Labor's Senate leader Penny Wong moved the motion, saying Senator Thorpe's actions had compromised workplace safety in the Senate.

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'Disgrace to the human race': Fatima Payman blows up at Pauline ... (9News)

Senator Fatima Payman has accused Pauline Hanson of being racist before being forced to withdraw the remark...

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'Line in the sand': Senator Lidia Thorpe suspended from parliament (SBS)

After tearing up a motion and throwing the papers at Pauline Hanson, Thorpe will be absent for the rest of the week.

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View from The Hill: An ugly fracas in the Senate leads to suspension ... (The Conversation AU)

Wednesday in the Senate saw one of the ugliest incidents in recent memory in that chamber. Which lead to Senator Lidia Thorpe being temporarily suspended.

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Senator Lidia Thorpe suspended from parliament (WAtoday)

Senator Lidia Thorpe has been suspended from parliament for the rest of the year after a confrontation with Pauline Hanson.

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'Shirtfront': Hanson-Thorpe drama escalates (NEWS.com.au)

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has accused independent Senator Lidia Thorpe of “shirt-fronting” her in Canberra before telling her to “go back where you ...

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Lidia Thorpe responds to extraordinary suspension from Senate (ABC News)

Senator Lidia Thorpe responds to her suspension from the Senate, saying she does not regret tearing up a motion and throwing it at Senator Pauline Hanson.

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'Line in the sand': Lidia Thorpe barred from parliament (The New Daily)

Labor Senate leader Penny Wong moved the motion to oust Senator Thorpe until the end of Thursday, passing 46 votes to 11. The government, coalition, ...

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Lidia Thorpe grandstands from press gallery after Senate suspension (The Sydney Morning Herald)

The senator was suspended from the chamber for throwing papers at One Nation leader Pauline Hanson and raising her middle finger on Wednesday.

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Lidia Thorpe suspended after racism row with Pauline Hanson (Crikey)

Lidia Thorpe has been suspended from Parliament, and there are still 37+ bills the government wants to ram through on the last sitting day.

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'I'd do it again': Lidia Thorpe doubles down after Senate suspension (SBS)

Lidia Thorpe says she does not regret her actions in parliament, where she tore up a motion by Pauline Hanson and gave senators the middle finger.

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Lidia Thorpe taunts senators, stares down suspension (The North West Star)

Independent senator Lidia Thorpe has tested the limits of her suspension as she yelled from the Senate's press...

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Suspended senator Lidia Thorpe speaks in front of Parliament House (WAtoday)

Suspended senator Lidia Thorpe jokes she 'has the day off' in speech in front of Parliament House in Canberra.

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In Conversation With Senator Lidia Thorpe & Lizzy Jarrett : My ... (Green Left)

Senator Lidia Thorpe, The Sydney Basin Tent Embassy & The People Alliance present, "In Conversation With Senator Lidia Thorpe & Lizzy Jarrett: My Genocide ...

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Suspended senator Lidia Thorpe taunts colleagues, stares down ... (The Australian Financial Review)

The suspended senator entered the press gallery on Thursday and called for a “free Palestine” as debate rumbled in the chamber below.

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Lidia Thorpe calls Senate suspension a 'disciplinary colonial action ... (The Guardian)

Independent senator says parliament house is a 'very violent workplace' after being suspended for making inappropriate comments.

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It's always been risky to bellow from the press gallery, Lidia (The Sydney Morning Herald)

The gallery is a series of benches reserved for journalists to – silently – do their recording of the so-called debates that occur in the pits below, which is ...

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