I think the Australian people are very conscientious. During the 1980s and 1990s we proved they will respond conscientiously to necessary reforms. They mightn't like them but they'll accept them. But reforms have to be presented in a digestible format.
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Nationality: Australian Type: Politician Born: January 18, 1944 |
But generally speaking, I felt to engage in the political process was to sully oneself to such a degree that whatever came out wasn't worth the trouble put in.
If I make a fool of myself, who cares? I'm not frightened by anyone's perception of me.