Sad times. They are sad times when a people’s highest interests are decided by methods characterised by the crude arbitrament of numbers, by methods which seek to silence those who would speak unwelcome words, and by methods which seek to render martyrdom inexplicable. In such times, I am exceedingly grateful for all those who shy not away from the madness. One such all-too-rare character is Michael Leunig, whose moral compass, hopeful outlook, ability to laugh at turkeys, and critical courage is exemplified in his recent cartoons published in The Age and the Sydney Morning Herald, newspapers to which Leunig is a regular contributor:
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“You must stand on your own feet.’ Applicable to so many different situations!
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Brilliant as always. Thanks for sharing Leunig’s prophetic insight with us :-)
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You’re welcome, Paul.
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These are all great examples of Leunig, our treasure. I have a clear favourite Leunig – Exclusive Interview with Mount Everest, always produces a sense of heightened peace.
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