Mr Rudd's apology to indigenous Australians was long overdue. Some may say it was politically motivated because it gave Rudd one up on John Howard who refused to say the word "sorry" even though he was pro-reconciliation. The fact is however, Reconciliation requires recognition but also action to facilitate justice and healing.
While the apology was crucial as a first step, the more lasting impact of Rudd's speech will be whether there is any discernible changes in the lives of indigenous Australians. In particular, increases in life expectancy, health indicator, education levels and housing. As they say, "action speaks louder than words", but Reconciliation has started. Lets see where it finishes.
While the apology was crucial as a first step, the more lasting impact of Rudd's speech will be whether there is any discernible changes in the lives of indigenous Australians. In particular, increases in life expectancy, health indicator, education levels and housing. As they say, "action speaks louder than words", but Reconciliation has started. Lets see where it finishes.
