David Leyonhjelm
David Leyonhjelm is an Australian politician and former Liberal Democrat senator known for his libertarian views and advocacy for individual freedoms. He gained national attention during his time in the Senate, particularly for his controversial statements and debates on issues such as gun rights and personal responsibility. Leyonhjelm was involved in a notable defamation case when Greens senator Sarah Hanson-Young sued him for comments he made regarding her character, which highlighted the contentious nature of political discourse in Australia.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 1 | 4.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 22,808 | $1,380,000 | 1,234$ |
| Totals | 1 | 25,499,884 | 22,808 | $1,380,000 | 1,234$ |
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Australia:
David Leyonhjelm was censured for sexist remarks in 2018.
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Australia:
David Leyonhjelm launched his own donation drive in response to Sarah Hanson-Young's defamation suit but lost the case.
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