Hands Off the Australian War Memorial!
The Australian War Memorial was built to honour those who served Australia, not to become another battleground in the campaign to rewrite the nation’s history.
Sentiments expressed by a public advocate for the YES campaign highlight that those decrying racism the loudest will use it if it enhances their power.
Sometimes, I wonder if I am too close to the political action to allow for an impartial interpretation of events.
While recognising my political leanings and strong personal views, I try to understand the other side of an argument before rendering judgment.
However, there are occasions when I see something said or done by a public figure, and it immediately appals me.
That happened to me yesterday afternoon when watching a televised speech, an excerpt of which is below.
The sentiments expressed in this clip are what caused the outrage meter to creep up.
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