Victoria
One Nation cartoon of former Premier Jacinta Allan criticised
Deputy Premier Gabrielle Williams has condemned a One Nation cartoon depicting former Victorian premier Jacinta Allan as a witch.
A political cartoon released by the One Nation party depicting former Victorian premier Jacinta Allan as a witch has drawn strong criticism from senior state government figures.
According to a wire report, Deputy Premier Gabrielle Williams has issued a sharp rebuke of the material, describing the depiction of the former premier as misogynistic.
The controversial cartoon, which was published on social media, has sparked renewed discussion over the treatment of female political leaders in Australia. Critics of the cartoon argue that portraying women in power with such caricatures relies on outdated and sexist tropes rather than engaging in legitimate policy critique.
While political cartooning and satire are regular features of Australian public life, Ms Williams indicated that the One Nation depiction crossed a clear line. The minor political party has previously used animated cartoons and digital graphics to target various state and federal leaders across the political spectrum, often drawing mixed reactions from the public.
Specific details regarding the exact legislative or policy context of this cartoon, or its intended political message, have not been outlined in the initial reporting. It is also not yet confirmed whether other members of the Victorian parliament or the state opposition will issue formal statements regarding the graphic in the coming days.
At this stage, One Nation has not publicly responded to the criticisms raised by the Victorian Deputy Premier. The ongoing controversy comes amid broader, long-running conversations within Australian politics about the safety, respect, and professional treatment of women in both state and federal parliamentary roles.
Observers will be watching to see if One Nation addresses the criticism or removes the controversial cartoon from its promotional channels.
This report draws on original reporting by Wire report.
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