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Originally Posted by 04Stefan07
They promise and promise but nothing gets done.
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Sorry Stefan, I think that is a ridiculous statement; or at the very least, an uninformed one. Do you think that all the infrastructure such as hospitals, schools, police, defence, emergency services etc. just come in being on their own
Sure, they sometimes make promises they can't keep, and we sure hear about in the news when they don't, however, media do not always tell about all the good things they do, mostly without a lot of recognition.
Like most, I too have a strong distrust of politicians, however, the alternative wouldn't be any better; such as outright anarchy or even a military junta!
My local member of parliament has done a lot of good in our area, and on a personal level, he had the relevant authorities shade an annoying light for me, providing me with a darker back yard, so I am happy
Having politicians may not be the best solution, but it is, however, the least evil solution. At least, with our political system we get the chance to make changes (read: throw them out), something a lot of countries don't get to do, at least, without force, i.e Egypt, Syria, Yemen etc.
Overall, politicians, over the years, have made Australia a much better place to live, despite their shortcomings. If you think not, try living in a poor country or one under military rule. I certainly wouldn't want to live anywhere else, except, maybe, Canada.
But, the biggest problem we face is a clear choice, as there appears to be a dearth of political talent, at the moment; or at least, that is what I think anyway.
. I only just like watching the elections.
, of course it was.
