Outburst of emotion echoes across the land
It has been talked about for as long as I can remember, but without an apology, without saying “Sorry”, can it ever really be achieved?
Today, Prime Minister Kevin Rudd, delivering on his promise, and on behalf of Australia, finally, finally said “Sorry”. The images on our televisions, even here in Amsterdam, were for the first time in a long time, showing what I believe is a true reflection of our beautiful country.
It is an incredible feeling to be so moved by so few words, but moved I have been. Lets hope that this is a new beginning for the process of reconciliation which has until now, not been given the prominence and respect it deserved.
“For the pain, suffering and hurt of these stolen generations, their descendants and for their families left behind, we say sorry.
“To the mothers and fathers, the brothers and sisters, for the breaking up of families and communities, we say sorry.”
I feel this good!
Hi Daniel,
it’s nice to finally have a reason to feel proud to be Australian again isn’t it.
Good riddance to the nasty little twerp, hello new and happier world…