Dear Poirot,

How quaint, and so yesterday, that
otb assumes that I have a boss.
And that librarians "tell" people what
to read. What librarians do is add,
enrich, stimulate, and amplify, the reading
of young and old. They make suggestions.
They never "tell."

Yes, Malcolm Turnbull did not get away with
the usual Liberal rhetoric and spin on "Q and A,"
last night. Even to the extent that he was forced to
admit that it wasn't "all right to be a bigot."
And there were many amusing moments. Thoroughly
enjoyable show. You can see why they want to cut
the ABC. Imagine being held to account so often.
They preach "free speech," but really can't take
it when questioned. Transparency is not part and
parcel of their "polspeak." They're not Liberals
at all. Liberals were a "broad church," but this lot -
are all forced to say the same thing - over and
over again. Didn't you think the journalist from
The Guardian was great?

Christopher Pyne will be on next week.
More interesting times ahead.

cont'd ...

I forgot to add that libraries and librarians form
a vital part of the world's system of education and
information retrieval. They make available through
books, films, recordings and other media -
knowledge that has been accumulated through the ages.
People in all walks of life- including students,
teachers, business executives, government
officials, scholars, and scientists use library
resources in their work. Large numbers of people also
turn to libraries and librarians to satisfy their
leisure-time activity. In addition, many people enjoy
book discussions, film shows, lectures, and other
activities that are provided by librarians at their
local libraries. Libraries and librarians also play
an important role in preserving society's cultural
heritage. And of course today's libraries and
librarians differ greatly from libraries of the past.
This is so because librarians constantly strive to
find ways to expand and perfect the contributions
that they and their institutions make to society.

Cheers.

Paul, I didn't actually vote for Pauline Hansen, but I strongly agreed with much of what she said and, had she been elected and got her way I seriously doubt we would be where we are today, because for one, no work no dole would have been implimented not just talked about, and two, if you apply for residence here and don't wish, or attempt to assimilate you would not be welcome here. Nothing wrong with that I say.

As for Abbott, he has done one thing labor were simply incapable of, he has stopped the boats in a matter of months, not years.

Finally, as for the NBN, it is now showing what a mess it was. The so called 'gold plated package', the one that fool Conroy said would be a huge boost to our nation/productivity, has attracted exactly ZERO CUSTOMERS.

I think the numbers are something lime $9 billion thus far for 3% roll out. Oh what geniuses you labor/green lovers trusted with our futures.

I seriously can't believe that you mob still worship the ground those fools walk on as the damage they did in just six years may never be fixed in my lifetime.

Thanks for that!

Rehctub wrote regarding Pauline Hanson, "I strongly agreed with much of what she said".

Hmm, that explains a lot about the posts from Rehctub, a strong admirer of a rejected, radical politician who formed a party in 1997, got booted out by the voters in 1998, and was NEVER, EVER able to get elected again. A failed, far right wing reject from the Deep North, encased in far right wing political correctness. Australia passed judgement, and booted the incompetent Hanson OUT.

Yep, Rehctub's political correctness has a source. We've just found that source.

@Foxy, Tuesday, 29 April 2014 1:53:01 PM, "How quaint, and so yesterday, that otb assumes that I have a boss"

More word games? But honestly, what for?

You have stated before that you are a librarian and you are well paid. Also that you provide certain library services to the old and to school pupils.

That being the case it is fairly safe to assume you are employed by someone and likely you are paid by the taxpayer.

It is not unreasonable to say that you must have a very flexible and understanding boss/supervisor/manager/professional(?) to be on the Net as much as you are, from your posting record on OLO alone. Your Googling to inform perceived errant posters would tot up as well.

Just saying, don't pee on my leg and tell me it is raining.

otb,

Shades of Judge Judy no less!

Good for you!

Your assumptions are just that!

And what was said in previous posts
doesn't always follow today.

And actually - I'm not paid by the taxpayer.
Although it really is none of your bee's wax!
You don't answer any questions put to you -
like how old you are, what level of education
you've completed. And although you say you're
not on a pension - I imagine you are on some
sort of "disability," payment - for obvious
reasons. See I can make assumptions as well.

And as for peeing on your leg.
Nah - I wouldn't but I could tell you to blow
it out of your pants - however - I'm too polite! ;-)