5. THE EXAMPLE OF POLITICANS

The example set by politicans within our parliaments is often little short of disgraceful.

Question times,the abhorrent exhibition of manners and lack of courteousness is justified by a shrug of the shoulders.  Those involved seem to regard this period of parliamentary time as one when ‘anything goes’.  

Sadly, this is the period that draws most people into public gallery’s, including school children.  

It is small wonder that teachers and parents are challenged by the verbal and listening behaviour of children when they see this sad display of manners and courtesy so publicly manifest.

The way politicans behave is a major detractor from the image Australia seeks to portray.

This behaviour puts our country, its states, and territories at risk of being ‘put down’ and ‘sold short’.