Wanting to live in the traditional ways with all the modern benefits of life mainstream Australia has to offer is unsustainable. There are hundreds of millions of dollars paid out in the past which prove this so. Choosing as a side dish which benefits of our modern society is a deserved right without being involved in actual participation is selfish behavior and thought that needs to be changed in struggling communities. Some dole bludgers could also learn this lesson. Howard challenged these people to make their life one of contribution and self sufficiency, only to be resented by them and the usual cheer squads. There are plenty of people with Aboriginal blood who contribute to this society in a positive way, the lagers should follow. Rudd now needs to provide the tools for change and not just a band aid of cash that will end up in the bin where stitches are required.
