Katherine Deves
Katherine Deves is an Australian political candidate and activist known for her controversial views on transgender issues, particularly in relation to women's sports. She gained national attention during the 2022 federal election campaign for her outspoken stance against the inclusion of transgender women in female sports, which sparked significant debate and criticism from LGBTQ+ advocates. Deves' comments have positioned her as a polarizing figure within Australian politics, reflecting broader societal discussions about gender identity and rights. She has faced backlash for her views, which some describe as promoting division, while her supporters argue that she is standing up for women's rights.
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Katherine Deves is referenced as a candidate associated with the Liberal Party during the 2022 election.
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Australia· 2025-12-13
Katherine Deves, known for her controversial tweets, was also a speaker at the conference.
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Katherine Deves is mentioned for her controversial stance on transgender rights during her candidacy.
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Deves had controversial views on trans people, making comments including asserting that they had been 'mutilated'.
Is Peter Dutton a true Liberal Party conservative?Australia· 2025-04-24
Katherine Deves is a former Liberal Party candidate and anti-trans activist.
NewsMax Australia temporarily suspended by Facebook over election contentAustralia· 2025-04-24
Transgender issues have not featured heavily in federal political debate since it backfired for then-prime minister Scott Morrison and former Liberal candidate Katherine Deves.
Clive Palmer admits mistake while stoking gender warAustralia· 2025-03-13
