Former Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus is advocating for new legal protections for Jewish Australians, citing escalating abuse and harassment. He suggests implementing protest laws analogous to those currently used around abortion clinics. These laws would aim to create buffer zones and restrict protests near synagogues and Jewish community centers. Dreyfus’ recommendation stems from his personal experience witnessing and addressing the increasing hostility faced by the Jewish community. He emphasized the unprecedented nature of the abuse, describing it as unlike anything he’s previously encountered. The proposed legislation seeks to balance freedom of speech with the need to ensure the safety and security of Jewish individuals and institutions. Dreyfus believes this approach will deter harassment and provide a safer environment for the Jewish community.