America, uh, in the, uh, such as, News, Again. I Think.

There's nothing Australians love more than a sporting event, except perhaps taking the piss out of someone. Fortunately, Americans provide ample opportunity. So the morning shows in Australia were delighted this week by Miss Teen South Carolina's stunning testimony to the quality of American education:

And this of course was followed by comical commentary on the Stalinesque legistlative proposal in Atlanta to punish the city's fashion challenged:

Proposal would ban underwear-exposing pants
By DAVID PENDERED
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Published on: 08/22/07

"Exposed boxer shorts and thongs would be illegal in any public place in Atlanta if the City Council approves a proposed amendment to the city's indecency laws."

As one Australian commentator put it: "you'd think they'd invest their energy in addressing issues of poverty, universal health coverage, gun violence and education (see above) before regulating boxer shorts".

Yes you would, wouldn't you.