Paul,

It might be difficult to absorb, but it is possible to get more than one degree from real universities. (have you got one?)

I have an BSc Hons in elec eng, a BCom in economics, and an MBA, all of which have carried some component of Law.

I read from just about every news paper unlike you.

Shadow, do I detect an air of snobbery on your part? " it is possible to get more than one degree from real universities. (have you got one?)

Yes, I am a qualified Mechanical Engineer, with added qualifications in both structural and production engineering. I also have 40 odd years of piratical work experience. Started at the bottom as an apprentice and worked my way up. I can understand your disdain for the blue collar workers, are you more the collar and tie kind of engineer, they tend to mostly support the conservative side of politics.

Paul,

" I also have 40 odd years of piratical work experience." Aaargh!

Good training for the CFMEU or the greens.

I wear high vis to work, and while capable of advanced calculus, I can also strip down equipment and fault find as well as any of those working for me. I have yet to meet a competent engineer that would vote for the greens.

Shadow, long time Greens MP John Kaye, who recently died of cancer, was in fact like you a qualified Electrical Engineer. I don't know who John voted for, in the end that's a secret for us all, but I do suspect the Greens. Since John was an extremely competent and knowledgeable person, I also suspect he was a competent engineer in his day.

From your posts, although often misguided, but not always, and we do exchange some banter from time to time, do we not. I think you are rather intelligent and therefore most likely a competent professional person.
Now how about a bit of advice on that Chicken Cordon Bleu and the twinge in the back? LOL. Its a funny world.

Paul,

John seemed like a smart fellow, and I wish condolences on his passing.

I am unfamiliar with your chicken cordon bleu, but am interested in your well cooked goose, with a side order of crow.

Did anyone watch "Q and A" last night?

Bill Shorten was the guest facing questions from the
public in Western Sydney. Next Monday, Malcolm Turnbull
will be the guest.

What impression did Mr Shorten make?