I worked passionately for many years in leadership roles across two tiers of government. Spanning the vast tapestry of Australia, from the richest of Victoria to the poorest indigenous communities of the NT.
I started this “pandemic” believing, even arguing for, the intent of our government systems. I defended that while they may not be the smartest, most efficient, most effective or even most genuine. But for the majority, the intent was good, if not misguided at times. I questioned the mandates, the vaccines, the virus from early days – it didn’t feel right. However, I still argued with those I love, respect and trust. Those who warned me, I argued that perhaps foolish, I still believed in the greater good for the intent of the government, medical profession, even media to an extent. I simply could not comprehend that so many core voices could ALL be wrong.

I WAS WRONG. I believe this with all my heart. I have spent the later half of this period seeking truth. The more I look, the more I see. It’s astonishing.

It is my feeling that this “pandemic” represents an atrocious, shameful indictment of our society. The segregation of our people, the collusion of our government and media, unethical response of our medical profession, the suppression of discussion and debate, the gaslighting and appalling dismissal of the vaccine injured – to name just some.

I think people have put personal fear above humanity. The hypocrisy of the “do the right thing”, “keeping us safe” message is quite frankly, revolting to me.

My hope is irrational fear soon dissipates. That pride is set aside, humanity prevails as people who choose to admit that perhaps we overreacted. Perhaps there was overreach. Perhaps we have been lied to. Perhaps we could have done better. Perhaps we have been played a fool. Perhaps we have not presented our best selves. Perhaps the time is NOW we act to undo some of the damage we’ve done.