revealed a memo circulated within the department shortly after Veterans’ Affairs Minister Andrew Gee was appointed to the portfolio in August, staff were informed that he no longer wanted the phrase used in press releases, websites or social media posts.
Mr Thompson, the Liberal MP for Herbert in north Queensland, was wounded in action in 2009 when an improvised explosive device detonated within a metre of him. “We work in a place that sends soldiers to war,” he said. “We work in a place that sends sons, daughters mothers and fathers into harm’s way. We work in a place that has a responsibility to look after our veterans and their families. As a soldier, to all our defence force personal current or former, thank you for your service.”The term, which originated in the United States, has become widespread following the events of September 11 and the Afghanistan and Iraq conflicts.
In a combative interview with 2GB’s Ben Fordham on Thursday, Mr Gee said the phrase “can be used when it’s appropriate”.
Should we also use it for emergency services workers, teachers etc. All public servants maybe? Why stop with the ADF?
While singing the Star Spangled Banner I assume?
F*ck that American BS. Whenever I get the chance to speak to those in the military, I just say “good on you, digger”.
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