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1 of 17. Most Americans have no idea what the #PalaceLetters scandal is about. We need to pay closer attention. Like our Australian brethren, we Americans tend to underestimate Britain's influence over our affairs. It's time to wake up.
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2 of 17. On November 11, 1975, Australian Prime Minister #GoughWhitlam was dismissed by Sir #JohnKerr, the Governor-General of Australia. The Australian people were stunned. Until that moment, they'd never fully understood the awesome power of #TheQueen.
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theconversation.com/australian-pol…
3 of 17. Australia is a #CommonwealthRealm, which means the Queen is head of state. She appoints a local viceroy or "Governor-General" to rule in her place, wielding all royal powers, including power to dissolve Parliament or dismiss the Prime Minister.
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