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DreamGypsy

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1. Here's a transcript of Morrison's video, in case you're looking for quotes to share...
Fri Jun 14, 2013, 06:14 PM
Jun 2013

Full transcript here: http://lybio.net/chief-of-army-lieutenant-general-david-morrison-unacceptable-behaviour/people/

which includes this:

By now, I assume you know my attitude to this type of conduct. I have stated categorically many times that the Army has to be an inclusive organization, in which every soldier, man and woman, is able to reach their full potential and is encouraged to do so. Those who think that it is okay to behave in a way that demeans or exploits their colleagues have no place in this Army.

Our service has been engaged in continuous operations since 1999, and in its longest war ever in Afghanistan. On all operations, female soldiers and officers have proven themselves worthy of the best traditions of the Australian Army. They are vital to us maintaining our capability, now and into the future.

If that does not suit you, then get out. You may find another employer where your attitude and behavior is acceptable, but I doubt it. The same goes for those who think that toughness is built on humiliating others. Every one of us is responsible for the culture and reputation of our Army and the environment in which we work.


[Lieutenant General David Morrison] Source: LYBIO.net

(on edit: clarified that the excerpt was not the full transcript.)

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Here's a transcript of Morrison's video, in case you're looking for quotes to share... DreamGypsy Jun 2013 #1
This line was my favorite; ismnotwasm Jun 2013 #2
The line plus how it was delivered. No doubt whatsoever where he stands. (nt) Posteritatis Jun 2013 #5
Wow, that was awesome. Sheldon Cooper Jun 2013 #3
The bit about standards there was awesome. (nt) Posteritatis Jun 2013 #6
Excellent GeoWilliam750 Jun 2013 #4
Heh! ismnotwasm Jun 2013 #10
Well done, sir. Thank you. sarge43 Jun 2013 #7
I guess hiring a foreign officer Shivering Jemmy Jun 2013 #8
He gets it. reusrename Jun 2013 #9
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