Australia firm over Iraq hostage

No doubt some mealy mouthed, goody two shoes will claim media bias. However, their pathetic attempts will not change the views of the majority of southern hemisphere peoples' minds, as we formulate our decisions on basic common sense. One, any private citizen working in a war zone is well aware of the dangers involved in going into these areas, and they are compensated accordingly. And finally, we know that relenting means further attacks on the countries that relent to pressure.

Do not misinterpret my saying this as not caring for the victim, as this is far from the truth.
Australia firm over Iraq hostage:

"Newspapers across Australia have been reporting in detail on the case of the contractor Douglas Wood who is being held hostage in Iraq."

"But the editorials are firm in their support for Australian Prime Minister John Howard, who has vowed not to negotiate with Mr Wood's captors.

Sydney's The Australian acknowledges that 'all Australians' hearts go out to Mr Wood and his family, both here and in the US.'"