Themistocleous Targets Green MP for Welcoming Conversion Therapy Ban
In a shocking display of homophobia and racism, Independent MP Andreas Themistocleous faces intense criticism for attacking Green Party parliamentarian Alexandra Attalides over her support for the ban on conversion therapies. Themistocleous’ insensitive comment referring to an old article where Attalides received threatening messages is met with public uproar and demands for intervention from various organizations.
Controversial Remarks and Migration Policy Criticism
Themistocleous’ homophobic and racist statement sparks a heated debate, with commentators both supporting and condemning his actions. Some commenters applaud Themistocleous, while others condemn Attalides’ migration policies. The discussion expands to include concerns about the influx of asylum seekers and illegal immigrants and their impact on the demographic composition of the country.
Themistocleous’s Opposition to LGBTQIA+ Rights and Sex Education
Themistocleous had previous controversial statements against the LGBTQIA+ community. He voices opposition to a protest by LGBTQIA+ community members outside parliament, urging them to keep their “hands away” from schools, families, and children. His remarks during a parliamentary session last year, where he criticized mandatory sex education, resurface, generating further public outrage.