Grow up, James. Any vestigial credibility you might retain is under severe threat.

As I've said, get help.

I'm offering a different view. I seem to remember that America was settled on privatisation (of the railways). I am NOT pro privatisation. Certain things (roads, rail, post office to mention a few) are the responsibility of the Government ...and Governments are not good business men . These are provided with our taxes. They belong to the people and should stay with the people.

Our Government (Federal) is also responsible for our safety. However, I object to paying $b's for fighter planes and state of the art war ships not even built and trialed yet!

Privatisation?? Humbug! it's inept governing and capitalist propaganda (said a little tongue in cheek) Governments are for governing not making profits. Because we live in a Democracy, we can vote the Government out if we are not happy with their performance.

Thanks guys :)

I've read most of the posts, and need to know, am I the only woman here?? If I am, then you guys will have your hands full as men and women think differently AND women ask questions :)
Thanks guys :)

rache,

In regard to the NSW Liberals, there is no way to be sure what their underlying motivations were although it seems to me that they resisted enormous pressure, in order to behave decently back in August when they opposed privatisation.

I believe in giving credit where it is due. Even though I am normally highly critical of Liberal Party politicians, I believe on that occasion they deserved to be applauded. If they had voted for privatisation then, it would now be law.

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Mally_p,

Welcome to the discussion. I am a male and I do ask questions a lot, as well as provide answers, where I am able to.

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CJ Morgan,

As I said, I still think you need to expand your repertoire of put-downs.

Mally_p

Welcome to the discussion.

I'm a woman, but think as a person. You won't find me a shrinking violet or one to die wondering without asking the tough questions.