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"All MPs and senators should be required to submit to a formal ASIO security clearance. Most Australians would be shocked to learn that this isn’t already happening." 1/ https://www.aspistrategist.org.au/the-real-china-choice/
Most Australians would be shocked to learn what is involved in security clearances.
The questions are extremely private and intrusive, and includes your partner, housemates and family members. 2/
The questions are extremely private and intrusive, and includes your partner, housemates and family members. 2/
Most Australians would also be shocked to learn how long security clearance can take.
Waiting for two years is not uncommon if you have some experience living overseas.
What does Mr Hartcher suggest MPs and senators do while waiting for clearance? 3/
Waiting for two years is not uncommon if you have some experience living overseas.
What does Mr Hartcher suggest MPs and senators do while waiting for clearance? 3/
If denied security clearance, ASIO doesn't need to provide a reason. There is no review process for the decision. 4/
Finally, security clearance is not designed for this purpose. It would not have been effective in Sam Dastyari case.
