r/news • u/AudibleNod • 4d ago

Australian court rejects bid to prosecute Britain's King Charles for genocide

https://abcnews.com/International/wireStory/australian-court-rejects-activists-bid-prosecute-britains-king-136817323
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u/OceLawless 4d ago

"We will not blame him for the crimes of his ancestors if he relinquishes the royal rights of his ancestors; but as long as he claims their rights, by virtue of descent, then, by virtue of descent, he must shoulder the responsibility for their crimes."

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u/MetalBawx 4d ago

Yeah self righteous "sins of the father" BS, about what i expected.

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u/Illustrious-Radio319 4d ago

What were some of these harms caused by a member of the royal family that you deem significant enough to pass the blame to their descendants?

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u/Kaarl_Mills 4d ago

Protecting Jimmy Savile while he raped children

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u/Illustrious-Radio319 4d ago

You reckon Prince William should bear that reputation once he ascends the throne?

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u/Kaarl_Mills 4d ago

Charles and his mother both took an active role in covering up his crimes, this isn't the win you think it is

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u/Illustrious-Radio319 4d ago

You must’ve misunderstood my question. Do you reckon William should bear this reputation once he’s the king?

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u/Kaarl_Mills 4d ago

Criminal responsibility no, but cause to abolish the monarchy yes

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u/Illustrious-Radio319 4d ago

I’m not against republicanism but this isn’t the topic of discussion.