My Opinion

In my opinion the flooding of Brisbane, Australia does not weigh solely on the unfortunate weather conditions; but equally on the shoulders of the Australian government. Under the leadership of Mayor Campbell Newman, the Wivenhoe Dam was ordered opened in order to release some of the excess water. This minor flooding was to be controlled and harmless to the city. However, the government acted on moment’s notice and did not take into consideration the element of extreme weather. The dam was opened on the same day that the La Nina storm took course; the combination of the two had dire effects. The flow of water from the dam was uncontrollable under the phenomenal weather conditions and they overflowed the entire city. The Australian government plays a huge role in the devastation of Brisbane, and will continue to do so if the people don’t fight for a change. I feel that the citizens should have a left-wing approach to this event in spite of the commonwealth government. They should realize that they have been exploited and deserve a government that will work for their best interests. Putting Australia on the track of a more effective government will show that the people take interest in their well-being and the development of their country; it will also legitimize their arguments for progressivism and to eliminate high levels of inequality. Australians should empower a leader whom will show compassion and act progressively, not destructively.