Australia and the United States share a history marked by many similarities and some stark divides.  

Over more than a century, however, our experiences have matured into a strong and solid partnership which, despite its many differences remains a common bond; unlikely to change anytime soon. 

These fundamental facts are not only acknowledged but welcomed by the vast majority of Australians. 

All of which makes Anthony Albanese’s short term and opportunistic foray into foreign affairs last Friday more bizarre. 

In one cheap gesture more befitting of a Twitter troll, the Labor leader has shown he is entirely unfit to hold the office of prime minister. 

It is not often you can...