The Aussies Got It Right

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The sentiments expressed understandably hold a lot of appeal to many and indeed most thinking people recognize that multiculturalism as a "system" is a shining example of socio-political ineptness and lack of fortitude. Unfortunately, however nice the story above may sound, the real author of that speech remains at large as it has been attributed, in mildly altered form to various different folks including President Bush. Here is a recent version from a thread in the lounge:

After hearing that the state of Florida changed its opinion and let a Muslim woman have her picture on her driver's license with her face covered, one American had had enough. This is an editorial written by an American citizen, published in a Tampa newspaper.

IMMIGRANTS, NOT AMERICANS, MUST ADAPT. I am tired of
this nation worrying about whether we are offending some individual or his culture.

Since the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, we have experienced a surge in patriotism by the majority of Americans. However, the dust from the attacks had barely settled when the "politically correct" crowd began complaining about the
possibility that our patriotism was offending others. I am not against immigration, nor do I hold a grudge against anyone
who is seeking a better life by coming to America. Our population is almost entirely comprised of descendants of immigrants. However, there are a few things that those who
have recently come to our country, and apparently some born here, need to understand. This idea of America being a
multicultural community has served only to dilute our sovereignty and our national identity. As Americans,
we have our own culture, our own society, our own
language and our own lifestyle. This culture has been developed over centuries of struggles, trials, and victories by millions of men and women who have sought freedom. We speak ENGLISH, not Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Russian, or any other language. Therefore, if you wish to become part of our society, learn the language! "In God We Trust" is our national motto.
This is not some Christian, right-wing, political slogan. We adopted this motto because Christian men and women, on Christian principles, founded this nation, a fact which is abundantly documented. It is certainly appropriate to display
it on the walls of our schools. If God offends you, then I suggest you consider another part of the world as your new home,
because God is part of our culture. If the Stars and Stripes offend you, or you don't like Uncle Sam, then you should eriously consider a move to another part of this planet. We are happy with our culture and have no desire to change, and we really don't care how you did things where you came from. This is
OUR COUNTRY, our land, and our lifestyle. Our First Amendment gives every citizen the right to express his opinion, and we will allow you every opportunity to do so. But once you're done complaining, whining, and griping about our flag, our pledge, our national motto, or our way of life, I highly encourage you to
take advantage of one other great American freedom: THE RIGHT TO LEAVE.