Morning Mail: Democracy under threat, governor general warns, Europe to boycott Fifa, fires force Clooneys to evacuate

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Good morning. Australia faces a “growing catastrophe” from poor understanding of the country’s constitutional foundation, the governor general, Sam Mostyn, has warned as attacks on institutions and threats against elected officials undermine democratic participation. In other news, European football federations have agreed to boycott Fifa competitions over its selloff plans, George and Amal Clooney have evacuated their home in France, and a library book has been returned after 150 years. Australia Archibald winner | An artist’s portrayal of a Jewish leader produced just weeks after the Bondi massacre has won the Archibald people’s choice category. ‘Lack of understanding’ | The governor general, Sam Mostyn, has said that knowledge of how…

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