The American government is perceived by Australians as being out of step by not having a universal healthcare system. Australians find it strange that this is an issue that is divisive within America. read more
Personally I think the American system/framework is far better than the Australian system. The primary reason I say this is because that the dangers of a “strong government” - which is the only positive of the Australian/Westminster system - far outweigh the cost of “political deadlocks” which is a very commonly cited negative of the American system. read more
There are many similarities between the Australian and American political systems. However, there are also significant differences. Download these notes as a Powerpoint presentation (PPT) Like Australia, the United States has a system of government that enshrines the idea of indirect democracy. read more