Aussie Rapper Releases Response To No Voters In Upcoming Referendum
Briggs is an Indigenous Australian rapper, record label owner, comedy writer, actor and author. In a recent YouTube video, Briggs parodies a conversation with two white Australians oscillating on the Voice To Parliament referendum and his concise, hilarious response is a perfect reply to the No campaign.
Why videos like this are so important
If there’s one thing that’s clear about the upcoming referendum, it’s that nothing is clear. Misinformation and conspiracy clouds the debate making it difficult for the uninformed, yet well-intentioned, to understand where their vote should go.
Briggs’ video demonstrates how easy it is to find information about the vote and how ignorance is not a valid excuse. DNA proudly supports the Yes vote and we are committed to showing our allyship with First Nations people where we can. It’s true that this referendum can’t undo generations of colonialism and the devastating effects thereafter, but with 80 per cent of Indigenous Australians in favour of a Yes outcome, it’s important we listen to the voices that matter most.
Our most recent issue, DNA #285 is our First Nations Issue 2023 where we open the floor to discussing the various arguments relevant to the debate. Our stance is made clear in our Letter From The Editor written by Andrew Creagh – “For me, the answer is yes. After decades of different government policies, the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are not improving; whatever we are doing is not working.”
An opinion piece titled A Seat At The Table written by Steven Lindsay Ross outlines the issues with the Voice To Parliament. “What I do know is that if Australia votes in favour of the proposal, there is a pathway to something potentially greater and, like the countless Elders before, no matter the result, we will roll up our sleeves and get on with the hard work of advocacy,” he says. “Without a Voice it is more of the same and potentially worse. Worse on top of worse should not be an option.”
Briggs finishes his video by reading from the first result that pops up on Google when you search, “What is the Voice referendum?” The results laid out a clear definition and had his counterparts feeling sheepish for not taking the time to perform a simple Google search. Although this is a simplified representation of the debate, it’s a pertinent reminder to be well-informed before casting your vote.
To read more about the Voice referendum or to find more First Nations representation, pick up a copy of DNA #285 – First Nations Issue 2023.
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