Tributes, prayers, determination: how Australian politicians are reactingpublished at 3:31 p.m. BST on October 19
Image source, Getty ImagesHelen Haines is described by her colleagues as ‘the best of us’
Earlier, we told you about the reaction of Australian political leaders. Here’s how other politicians reacted:
Shock and anger
“I am absolutely shocked and gutted by this horrific and senseless attack,” the senator said Raff Cicconewho chairs the Joint Parliamentary Committee on Intelligence and Security.
The shadow treasurer is also “shocked and saddened”. Tim Wilsonwhile the Prime Minister of South Australia Pierre Malinauskas calls the incident “deeply distressing.”
Personal tributes
“Helen is one of the kindest and most honest people I have the privilege to know and work with,” the Education Minister said. Jason Claire.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers describes her as “wonderful and thoughtful”, and Speaker of the House of Representatives Milton Dick said Haines “brings so much grace, compassion and decency to our Parliament.”
Love and prayers
Independent MP Monique Ryan is one of those “praying for Helen and her family”, just like Senator Fatima Payman and Member of Parliament for Queensland Shayne Neumann.
“I send my love and best wishes to Helen Haines for a full and speedy recovery,” the shadow minister said. Michael McCormack.
Calls to action
‘No one should have to fear for their safety while doing their job,’ says shadow minister Hunter Lachlan.
“We must come together to defend our democracy and oppose political hatred and violence,” adds the shadow minister. Bridget McKenzie. “Our country is better than that.”
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