avatarLisa Bolin

Summary

The article "Colour in the Shape of Women" uses the metaphor of zombies to critique the perceived blandness and uniformity in Australian politics, calling for a vibrant and diverse renewal in leadership.

Abstract

The piece titled "Colour in the Shape of Women" under the "100 Words" section presents a metaphorical narrative where grey, indistinct "zombies" in suits are contrasted with a vivid group of women. The author describes a scene where the grey figures, symbolizing conformity and lack of individuality, are replaced by a diverse and colorful group, suggesting a need for change in the current political landscape. The article implies that the Australian Parliament is filled with these "zombies," and it emphasizes the urgency for a transformative shift towards a more colorful, multi-ethnic, and passionate leadership. The author expresses a desire for a significant overhaul to sweep out the old guard, referencing recent political events and allegations within the Australian government as evidence of the need for this change.

Opinions

  • The author perceives a lack of diversity and vibrancy in the current political figures, likening them to "zombies" for their blandness and uniformity.
  • There is a longing expressed for more women and colorful personalities in leadership roles to break the monotony of the current political scene.
  • The article suggests that the Australian Parliament is populated by a grey-suited "zombie pack" that needs to be replaced with a younger, more passionate, and ethnically diverse group.
  • The author is critical of the current state of Australian politics, referencing specific events such as the Brittany Higgins case, and sees the political upheaval as an opportunity for positive change.
  • The piece conveys a sense of urgency and cynicism about the existing political establishment, advocating for a significant and immediate transformation in leadership.

100 Words

Colour in the Shape of Women

Thrifty Words 100 Challenge #10: Zombies

Photo by Gemma Chua-Tran on Unsplash

Shuffling. They’re shuffling, she thinks as she watches the grey men walk up to the lectern.

Why five? Safety in numbers?

They all look the same. Bland. Bland clothes. Bland faces. Bland hair. She longed for colour in the shape of women.

She sees a flash from the corner of her eye. Long dark hair. Pink. Yellow. Spiked orange hair. Red lips. Flowing green. Dusty lilac.

The blands look scared. Terrified. They age in front of her. Breaking. Flaking. Their skin turns to ash. Piles of grey fabric are all that’s left.

Then the colour posse arrives.

About bloody time!

Zombies. They’ve certainly captured people’s imaginations. But aren’t there zombies walking amongst us? Those grey, bland, suited, faceless blobs that often inhabit large buildings, en masse, with fat bank balances?

Call me cynical, but there seem to be many inhabiting the halls of the Australian Parliament right now. I’m an ex-pat, sure, but internet! The political shitstorm happening in Australia right now needs to happen. A huge colourful, multi-ethnic, invigorating, young, passionate broom needs to sweep out the grey-suited zombie pack.

What am I talking about?

Check these out and try not to throw up:

~thanks for reading~

And thanks to Jonica Bradley for the fabulous prompt. You just never know where it’s going to lead!

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