These people aren’t so much seeking asylum, they’re seeking… - Tony Abbott

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These people aren’t so much seeking asylum, they’re seeking permanent residency. If they were happy with temporary protection visas, then they might be able to argue better that they were asylum seekers

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Tony Abbott (born 4 November 1957) is an Australian politician who was the Prime Minister of Australia (18 September 2013 to 15 September 2015) and federal leader of the centre-right Liberal Party of Australia (2009 to 2015).

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Alternative Names: Anthony John Abbott • Anthony John "Tony" Abbott

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