There has, and always will be, a natural affinity between Australia and America. Both countries share a lot in common. A youngish country, made up of mostly immigrants looking for a better life.
We’re both an enterprising bunch always looking for adventure, sports loving and we share a lot of the same culture. So when America gets attacked we stand by our friend. And the attacks of September 11 was no different. The vast majority of Australians stand by America – forget the loony fringe who moan and complain, they are a very small minority. The “real” Australia is with you guys 100% of the way.
Many Australians have mixed feelings about our Prime Minister, John Howard, and how he has steadfastly stood by George W Bush and his “war on terror”.
I am pleased to say that I am right behind my Prime Minister in sticking by America where many other countries failed to do so.
America – today we stand with you, side-by-side in your day of mourning and rememberance.
For Aussies, here are some of our own newspapers and the reporting of this day…
- The Australian: Anniversary Special
- Herald Sun: plus related Pics and Multimedia
- The Age: Ground Zero pilgrimage
- The Daily Telegraph: Where were you on 9/11?
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For those who are interested, I have written a piece on today
at The Blog Columnist.