Emotional Impact of the Result and Responsibility for Spreading Lies

Thomas Mayo, one of the most prominent “Yes” campaigners for the referendum, is still reeling from its defeat. 

But after observing a week of silence, along with other Indigenous leaders, he’s had time to reflect on the campaign’s loss and on his own regrets.

So, does he think Australia is better or worse off for having had the vote? And does he want another referendum? 

Today, author and contributor to The Saturday Paper Thomas Mayo on what went wrong, who’s to blame and what comes next. 

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Guest: Spokesperson for the “Yes” campaign and contributor to The Saturday Paper, Thomas Mayo

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