Nice of him to 'bequeath' the land to present and future generations! On whose behalf
is he doing so?
Trudy
Graham Young wrote:
> Preambles are becoming more common than blow flies at a barbie!
>
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>
> Subject: Qld. Media statement - Premier sends his preamble to Prime Minister
> Date: Tue, 4 May 1999 08:58:02 +1000
> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>
> Premier, HON. PETER BEATTIE
>
> 30/4/99
>
> Premier sends his preamble to Prime Minister
>
> Premier Peter Beattie has released a copy of his proposed preamble to the
>Constitution, which he sent to Prime Minister John Howard today.
>
> "It's important that all Australians are involved in the public debate on the
>possibility of adding a preamble to the Constitution," Mr Beattie said.
>
> "I want to contribute to that debate.
>
> "The preamble I'm proposing goes to the heart of what we are all about as a people.
>
> "It covers our history, our future and the form of government we have. It
>acknowledges the things Australians believe in and it is succinct - only 83 words."
>
> The Premier said his preamble was about the commitment of Australians to democratic
>government, fairness and equality, freedom of speech, multiculturalism and
>self-improvement through education.
>
> Mr Beattie's preamble reads:-
>
> We are the people of Australia.
>
> We proudly proclaim custodianship of this unique and ancient land beginning with
>indigenous peoples and bequeathed to present and future generations.
>
> We cherish and dedicate ourselves to:
>
> Democratic and inclusive government responsible to all Australians
> Fairness and equality of Australians under the rule of law
> Freedom of speech and beliefs
> Celebrating our diverse ancestries and cultures
> Pursuit of knowledge and personal fulfilment.
>
> In this spirit, we commit to this Constitution and the form of government we choose.
>
> Media contact: Steve Bishop 0416 107 950
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