Having watched the debate between both our would-be PMs, I’m reminded of the old slogan of the Homer Hudson ice cream company: “Find out what the people want, and give ‘em lots of it.” It’s a great recipe for ice cream but not necessarily a great way to run a country.
Both Julia Gillard and Tony Abbott seem to be totally poll-driven. Neither shows any true leadership although Ms Gillard does at least appear more statesman-like.
It’s little wonder that neither wanted Bob Brown on the same stage. Both would have paled by comparison with the only pollie with real conviction and courage to prosecute what’s right, not just what’s popular at the moment.
If you’re feeling a little depressed at the thought at either Julia or Tony as our next PM might I suggest you have some more ice cream. Just remember though, whilst it tastes great at the time, ice cream is bad for you.
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Our Own Aussie Oracle
Paul the Octopus has thus far picked six successive winning teams in the World Cup and this uncanny ability of a member of a 'lower order' to outsmart human pundits has got me thinking.
My horse has been training a lot better since Julia Gillard became our first female PM and is due to start in Canberra no less, tomorrow. You might recall (see blog below) that he was running increasingly badly as Kevin 07's fortunes waned.
What if he wins tomorrow? Does that mean he is predicting a Julia Gillard led, Labor Party victory at the upcoming Federal election?
Should I organise a start for him at Nowra to bolster the chances of the defeat of the current Liberal Member for Gilmore? Since her electorate now almost reaches Kembla Grange racecourse would that be close enough? He's won there twice before so another start there is on the cards.
Should I declare my candidacy on the strength of his return to form? Could a miraculous victory by the man with the silly name- but not the silliest ideas- be possible after all?
He's number 4 in race 5 at Canberra tomorrow if you fancy taking his advice.
My horse has been training a lot better since Julia Gillard became our first female PM and is due to start in Canberra no less, tomorrow. You might recall (see blog below) that he was running increasingly badly as Kevin 07's fortunes waned.
What if he wins tomorrow? Does that mean he is predicting a Julia Gillard led, Labor Party victory at the upcoming Federal election?
Should I organise a start for him at Nowra to bolster the chances of the defeat of the current Liberal Member for Gilmore? Since her electorate now almost reaches Kembla Grange racecourse would that be close enough? He's won there twice before so another start there is on the cards.
Should I declare my candidacy on the strength of his return to form? Could a miraculous victory by the man with the silly name- but not the silliest ideas- be possible after all?
He's number 4 in race 5 at Canberra tomorrow if you fancy taking his advice.
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