I like this story because it's an Australian microcosm.

An anarchist, DJ and barista, named Astro 'Funknukl' Labe, head butted former PM Tony Abbott. Astro was not arrested.

It was widely reported by Tony Abbott that it was because Astro was a same-sex marriage supporter, because he had a "vote yes" sticker

In various interviews, Astro said he was very drunk, and a friend had put the sticker on him.

"[It] was just a lifelong ambition to headbutt a fascist because I'm a skinhead that likes ska music and hates fascism. He's an evil c---, I'm an anarchist and I believe in human rights."

Asked if he'd do it again by reporters, in front of a pub the next day, and he said yes.

When Astro was later charged with common assault, and sober, he went on to explain.

"I must state in no uncertain terms that this has nothing whatsoever to do with marriage equality"

He wrapped up with this Aussie apology: "For all intents and purposes legally I'm remorseful."