The top picture. Two hostages holding a sign under duress.
Middle picture. A man holding an unknown number of hostages in a cafe in the centre of Sydney, with a hostage.
Bottom picture. Australia's prime minister, standing before a Christmas tree, responding; platitude central!
The majority of Australia's media has yet to agree it's a terrorist situation. It's apparently not agreed that it's sponsored by Islamic fundamentalists. Sigh. Perhaps it's Methodists - or Buddhists? But we all know with certainty that it wouldn't be - even though our politicians, bureaucrats, and media won't say it.
Today I'm meditating on whether there are sufficient people left any longer to speak up for billions of people that are simply trying to go about their daily lives without fear of intrusion by others promoting alternative cultures and beliefs.
And I'm praying the hostages are safe.
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