US imperialism can take subtle forms, like Halloween and Sesame Street, but you know Americans are rooting for you even if the thong's on the other foot
This is an edited extract of a story that appeared last week in Sydney's Daily Telegraph newspaper: When 30 people gathered in a Sydney ceremony last month to pledge allegiance to Australia, they were treated to a moving speech on what it means to be an Australian citizen ... by an American. While Prime Minister John Howard has been stressing the importance of new Australians swearing allegiance to Australian values, no-one in his party had the time to take on the job. So guest speaker was US Consul-General Steve Smith, whose consulate is in the area and who was initially baffled by the invitation but ended up speaking about the similarities between Australia and the US.…
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26 - Nancy
Also late, but better late than never: great fun & very funny! Why don't you write more?
27 - S.T.M
Thanks Nancy ... I just write something every now and then as I genuinely find it difficult to summon up the energy.
Bad, I know, but I always feel rooted these days (another use for the word).
28 - Nancy
Your commentary on American vs Aussie & the "entrees" & "thongs" had me rolling. That was hilarious.