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Blah-Blah Bar / Re: Election 2025 (Poll added)
Last post by DJC -I have voted in every Commonwealth, State and Local Government election since 1971 in Labor, Liberal, Country Party and swinging electorates. I have never witnessed any shenanigans at polling stations. On the contrary, the party and independent volunteers have usually been relaxed and in good spirits. It’s not uncommon to see volunteers or candidates chatting lightheartedly with their opposite numbers.
The debates between Albo and Dutton may not have been inspiring or entertaining but they were notable for the respectful manner in which both participants handled themselves. In fact, while Albo and Dutton may have opposing political stances, they are mates.
We may complain about the quality of our politicians and our system of government, but we shouldn’t complain about the manner in which our system functions. It’s a bit like spectators at our footy matches; there will be banter but it’s generally good-natured and rarely escalates.
It would be a tragedy if footy crowds had to be segregated and it would be a disaster if our elections were marred by violence and hate.
For that reason, I hope that the courts come down hard on everyone from the cyclist who attacked the Palmer supporter to the 17 year old who punched the old fellow … and even harder on the neo-nazi scumbags.