Queensland MP pens ‘White Men Can Sprint’ social media post after Lachlan Kennedy takes silver in Glasgow
Summary
Queensland MP Llew O’Brien praised Australian sprinter Lachlan Kennedy for winning a silver medal at the Commonwealth Games. O’Brien highlighted that Kennedy is a White Australian and broke the national 100m sprint record, while also recognizing the achievements of athletes from all backgrounds.Key Facts
- Lachlan Kennedy won a silver medal in the 100 meters at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
- Kennedy set a new Australian 100m record with a time of 9.85 seconds.
- Queensland MP Llew O’Brien posted on social media, saying “White Men Can Sprint!” to celebrate Kennedy’s achievement.
- O’Brien said his comment was not meant to lessen the success of Black athletes in sprinting.
- Opposition leader Angus Taylor said he supports all Australian athletes, regardless of background.
- Kennedy finished second behind Emmanuel Eseme from Cameroon, who set a Games record with 9.83 seconds.
- O’Brien has a history of political independence, including past leadership challenges and a brief party split.
- O’Brien confirmed he plans to remain a member of the Nationals party for now.
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