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‘Can't tackle Hansonism’: TV host blasts Barrie Cassidy over ugly political rhetoric

Sky News Australia

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June 21, 2026

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Sky News host Rowan Dean names journalist Barrie Cassidy as his wally of the week for recent critical comments he made about One Nation Leader Pauline Hanson. “He wants Pauline Hanson now to go back to jail; she's already been in jail, Barrie,” Mr Dean said. “This is the problem, the left have nothing … to tackle Hansonism with. “They come up with … she should be in jail or investigated for hate crimes or whatever … they’re a joke.”

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· Jul 1, 2026

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The Daily Wire

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· Jul 11, 2026

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Brisbane Times

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· Jul 2, 2026

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Fox News

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· Jun 24, 2026

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Related coverage for "‘Can't tackle Hansonism’: TV host blasts Barrie Cassidy over ugly political rhetoric": Metro — Saturday Night Live sparks backlash after promoting ‘cancelled’ comedian on July 4. Salon — The real genius of Lorne Michaels isn’t comedy — it’s judgment. Sky News Australia — Canberra media attempting to 'pull apart' One Nation following latest polls. The Daily Wire — How Comedy Failed The Voters. Brisbane Times — Revealed: Angus Taylor’s Midwinter Ball speech falls flat, Albo was predictable. Fox News — Musician Kenny Chesney's refusal to speak out on politics sparks argument on 'The View'