Peter Dutton's backfired attempt to link a pro-Palestinian rally with the Port Arthur massacre highlights the dangers of exploiting outrage in politics.

The Echidna newsletter discusses the power of outrage in Australian politics. Politicians and shock jocks have long exploited this power to maintain their positions. Last week, Peter Dutton's attempt to link an ugly pro-Palestinian rally with the Port Arthur massacre backfired, as it short-circuited the intended outrage. This incident highlights the dangers of exploiting outrage in politics.