As stated by Senator for South Australia and Greens spokesperson for the arts, Sarah Hanson-Young:
"Peter Malinauskas must also now apologise to Randa Abdel-Fattah, Louise Adler and the people of South Australia.
"The Premier unfortunately wrecked the state's beloved Adelaide Writers' Week.
"It's now time to admit his mistake and help reassure the state's artist community that in the future he will have their backs.
"This whole incident has done enormous damage to our state and artistic freedom more broadly. Indeed Australia's international arts reputation has been hurt.
"A full Premier apology is an important step in restoring South Australia's arts credibility.
"Congratulations to the new Adelaide Festival board for changing course. They have done the brave and right thing. I applaud them.
