Former Australian of the Year Grace Tame has addressed her participation in a pro-Palestine rally held in Sydney, defending her presence and remarks amid controversy. Tame emphasized on social media that the focus should remain on the thousands of protesters exercising their right to peaceful demonstration against the ongoing conflict in Gaza. During her speech, she led a chant referencing resistance against oppression, which has sparked debate over its interpretation. Tame maintains that her involvement is not the central issue, but rather the broader cause and the rights of those protesting.