And the Aussies don't express rage like other countries. Some countries the people look like they're going to kill anything that moves. The Aussies have that look of casual indifference -- a quiet, determined rage.
"Australia and America share an affinity that reaches to our souls," he said. "Over time, that deep affinity has grown into a great alliance.
"The United States and Australia do not take each other for granted. This alliance is strong because we want it to be and because we work at it, and because we respect each other as equals."