Many Australians highly valued giving people a fair go and treating people equally. The second reason for our success was the recognition that a socially cohesive society is inclusive only when it recognises and respects the differences within it. Assimilation failed to give people a fair go. It did not allow people to contribute their linguistic and cultural backgrounds to an Australian future. The policy of multiculturalism offered a new way forward.
Multiculturalism has an inclusive vision of diversity and equality.
It underpins much of Australia's actions towards ensuring that all Australians enjoy their basic human rights. Multiculturalism is a policy for all Australians. These are people who don't know the meaning or the value of the term. It also means the right to maintain, develop and effectively use the skills and talents of all Australians regardless of background. I think not.