For overseas people, the idea that a campaign could run for 6 weeks seems like too long. For Australians, we couldn't agree more.
As an Australian, I can't even say there was a campaign; all the parties really did was bag out each other, made promises they don't have money for, and kept their real ideas behind closed doors.
It was a sad thing to watch.
Finally yesterday Australian's could put pencil to paper and with only a couple of minutes of their time, make a decision that could impact the rest of the country for another four years.
I voted :D well, you have to here, but I honestly love voting. There's something about getting your say on how you will live and run your life (on a national scale) that is very empowering.
So we all voted.
And it seems that Australian's voted with their eyes closed.
With every fibre in my body, do I regret to inform you, that my new Prime Minister, the man who will be running my country, is this man...
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It's only been a few hours since it was announced and already people are getting ready for the cyclone that is The Liberal Party.
If you can't tell, I'm a tad disappointed with this new government.
Personally I'm worried about my education - University cuts are soon to ensue,
and with the Canberra economy predicted to reach a recession, I'm worried for my job as well.
It is predicted that 12,000 public servant jobs will be scratched - both my parents, plus other family members work in the public service.
Liberal announced cuts on age care - something either of my grandparents will be able to handle.
And there's more to come.
Holy crap, I'm actually scared.
What worries me most though, is when Abbott goes overseas and talks with other world leaders.
He has the political grace of a elephant on ice-skates.
Australia is going to look like the dumbest country ever.
Maybe I should move to New Zealand.....
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