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I don't disagree, and I believe that the Howard Government's refusal to confront the fact that it's actions were based on poor and faulty intelligence was and will always be much like a slap to the face for the people of Australia, but... I don't know, I just don't like the holier than thou...

Parry and retaliatory slash noted, Iron, however, it would be best to remember that Labor's argument was based on the need for the issue to be dealt with by the UN, not the matter of intelligence and weapons of mass destruction.

Neb, note the date of the article/transcript listed as footnote 14. Edit: In my previous post I should have said the invasion and to a lesser extent the war that followed, but my point still stands. Also, for those arguing that the ALP of 2007 was/is in favour of a withdrawl from Iraq...

Re-writing History, Iron? If my memory serves, the ALP supported the war (with reservations) and none more so than Kevin Rudd.

Donors could get right to direct sperm, eggs Discriminatory donor bill protects children: Iemma Sperm donor bill 'institutionalises bigotry' Claims NSW reproductive donor laws discriminatory What are your thoughts on the matter of reproductive donors (men and women) being able to...

Nearly half of Aussie adults lack basic reading skills Surprising.

Mr Turnbull supported by Ms Bishop or Mr Robb. Though few could manage to replicate Mr Howard's 'everyday' style, I think that Mr Turnbull has what it takes be a capable Opposition leader (and a successful PM, one day). Given the nature of today's Labor (i.e., as aspirational as the Libs), it's...

Too much thought for what I take will be a 3 month job. Look for whatever is available and take what you can get.

True (Mr Rudd's wordplay over the 'sorry' issue is evidence enough), but I'd like to think that there will be some change, no matter Kevin Rudd's desire to implement a stifling sense of stability.

How does one reach such a conclusion from an election that was essentially about WorkChoices and the economic future of our country as framed by the leaders? On a related note, ever since he became the leader of the Labor Party in the federal parliament, Kevin Rudd has gone to great lengths...

That would be a reasonable assumption, but if you would like a solid 'no', I suggest that you contact the bank and ask. Edit: I'd like to apologise for my on-screen tone.

Get ready for it... Now, what follows may seem difficult, but believe me, it really is quite easy. 1. go to google. 2. enter "commonwealth bank" 3. Go from there. Wow! Who would have thought?! Easy peasy! Next time don't wait two weeks for a response when the answer is just a...

To be quite honest, any true lefty wouldn't be particularly excited by the prospect of a Rudd Labor government. I predict (and hope for) a narrow Labor victory with both Mr Howard and Mr Turnbull retaining their seats. Though I'd be happy to see the ALP take the lower house, I'm not a fan...

From Yesterday's Herald - Source: Let the voters decide, Newhouse urges Libs (SMH) The residents of Bennelong are probably enjoying their daily dose of "hi, I'm not from your electorate, but this is what you should know before you vote" by now. People like Mr McHarg and groups like GetUp...

Belated response to a post that appeared last month - Brace yourselves, the campaign is about to begin Better late than never, and though I'm fairly certain that you have already seen the piece in question, I thought that it would be best to post the link so that the other members of the...

Mr Rudd could have quite easily knocked that question for 6 and pushed Tony Jones onto the backfoot by claiming that the question was mischevious and that he and Labor would never exploit the pain and suffering of those in the suburbs for their own political gain, but no, he chose to follow the...

http://www.abc.net.au/lateline/content/2007/s2085991.htm An education revolution? We have a decentralised version of the Coalition's technical colleges and even more middle class welfare. Chalk and cheese my ar... rear end. I know that a lot of people are of the opinion that the ALP...

Contraction (grammar).

House of Representatives Unfortunately, the Australian Democrats aren't on the ballot paper for my electorate, so there will be no "one vote, however much money" heading their way, so the 1 will be placed alongside the Labor candidate, 2 beside the person representing the Greens, 3 for the...

Insulting people with a different political outlook (see "and I'm pretty sure its just because their parents raised them like that") isn't a great idea when one is requesting a reasoned response to a 'pressing' question. Before you work yourself into a tiz, I suggest that take note of the...