Well mom asked me to get a feel out what Australians think of our new president. This is what I have gotten so far.

They are not as current with the situation as we are. Of course they know we have a new president, but they can't see any changes yet so they are really skeptical. One guy asked if I was from Canada and when I said America he responded with, Oh, I think I would rather stay up north.

Everyone I talked with expressed relief that this one can actually speak! Pronounce things! Maybe even had some ideas for the speeches or maybe he wrote them himself (which he is thought capable of). Bush was a constant source of entertainment to the Aussies (and the rest of the world). They may also hold a grudge as he mentioned Austria in a speech (about Australia). So I guess they feel about like everyone else. Hopefully for everyone's sake that changes with our new president.

In closing Go Obama
-Alice