We're all followers - it's not necessarily religion specific nor race specific. Do you obey the laws of the land? If so are you not a follower?? You do have a democratic right to break the speed limits for example, with a clear thinking mind but if caught, the law made by others will make sure your wallet in your hip pocket becomes lighter just to ensure you comply or else.
We're led by forces beyond our control unless you commit civil disobedience.
Re referendum: be informed, weigh up the pros/cons, don't let racist comments or putdowns be your guide and vote accordingly.
The aborigines are also led by their belief systems - whether rainbow serpents are real, rational or true does not deter them from believing so. Not sure why anyone else should have to any more then to follow people believing in other religious figures.
