Lydia Khalil
Lydia Khalil is an expert in terrorism and violent extremism at the Lowy Institute, known for her insights into the rise of radical ideologies during the COVID-19 pandemic and how government responses can influence public perception of authority and contribute to the appeal of movements like that of the sovereign citizens.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 2 | 6.00 | 0.16% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 41,837 | $1,380,000 | 2,264$ |
| Totals | 2 | 25,499,884 | 41,837 | $1,380,000 | 2,264$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Australia:
Khalil points out that democracy is not a fixture or a practice.
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Australia:
Lydia Khalil noted that the sovereign citizen movement had been small before the pandemic but gained traction due to government authority measures.
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