Opinion: Forget the questions, sit back and enjoy the show

The Patriot missiles are armed and in position, officials and media have been issued gas masks, the official death toll stands at 14 and the air force is set to impose a 'no fly zone'. Only foreign dignitaries are allowed protective, armed support ... and in the words of Australia's Olympic team doctor Professor Peter Fricker on the subject of a biological terrorist attack in Athens: "If you're still alive 30 seconds later you're probably alright. If not, you don't need my advice." Thanks, mate.