A new poll undertaken on behalf of the Institute for Public Affairs suggests that the political class might be out of touch with the Australian population.

Respondents were asked if they agreed or disagreed with the following statement: "Australia should build new coal-fired power stations to ensure families have reliable and affordable electricity all year round".

55% Agreed

23% Disagreed

22% Neither agreed or disagreed.

In the 18-24 age group 49% Agreed, 23% Disagreed

In the 25-54 age group 62% Agreed, 17% Disagreed

In the 55 + age group 45% Agreed, 35% Disagreed

Don't know where you get this stuff from ttbn, but what a loaded question. One could equally ask;

Australia should build new coal-fired power stations to pollute the atmosphere more.

The question to get an honest answer;

Should Australia build new coal fired power stations?

How about more info on the survey, like a link.

People had the option of agreeing to the proposition or not agreeing. Most agreed.

People seem divided on the issue. Here's two different
links:

http://ipa.org.au/publications-ipa/media-releases/australians-back-nuclear-power

And -

http://ipa.org.au/publications-ipa/media-releases/australias-great-energy-crisis

The IPA is not where I came by the information, but the link gives 1405 the opportunity to use his favourite word 'Nazi'.

I don't bother giving links because the loony left immediately shoots the messenger in lieu of discussing or just commenting on the actual subject; and sane posters - the majority - do have the sense to go with the subject or idea.

Not every one goes with the subject or idea.
Some resort to criticising the subject or idea
and attack the person personally time and time again,
who raises
the subject or idea for discussion - right ttbn?