SYDNEY, Oct 13 (Reuters) - Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese made a final plea to vote in favour of recognising Indigenous people in the constitution in a referendum on Saturday, as opinion polls show the vote is set to fail.
The latest opinion poll released on Thursday predicted the 'No' camp sweeping the polls with a lead of 56% over the 'Yes' vote that's at 38%, with some 6% undecided.
In 1967 a referendum to count Indigenous people as part of the Australian population was a resounding success as it secured bipartisan political support.
The 2023 referendum has not garnered united political support, with leaders of the major conservative parties campaigning for a 'No' vote.
Supporters argue the Voice will bring progress for Indigenous Australians, while some opponents say enshrining one group in the constitution would be divisive.
Persons:
Anthony Albanese, Albanese, haven’t, Noel Pearson, Praveen Menon, Michael Perry
Organizations:
SYDNEY, Australia, Aboriginal, REUTERS, Indigenous, Thomson
Locations:
Torres, Adelaide, Todd, Alice Springs, Australia