1. Poetry and Our Perceptions of Belonging
A similar notion is presented in Paul Keating's "Redfern Speech" (1992) which explores the negative interactions between the government on Indigenous Australians. ... However the negative connotations of "when this one is pulled down" symbolizes the loss of their cultural identity as they adopt 'Australian' traditions and therefore, limit their sense of belonging to their homeland. ... Paul Keating's "Redfern Speech" reflects on the impact of the exclusion of Indigenous Australians, thus stressing the need for the acceptance and recognition of their culture. ... Furthermore...
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