Poll calls for Rudd to focus on the Big Picture, Iguana saga plods on, Iraq Government will sue AWB and why doing nothing is not an option.
The vision thing: New polling has revealed that while the public is concerned about rising petrol and food prices, voters want Kevin Rudd to ditch the short term politics, show some leadership and start tackling the so-called 'big picture' issues. Read George Megalogenis' article in The Australianhere and post a comment on his blog.
Silence is deafening: Meanwhile, the ALP's favourite power couple continue to eat up the headlines. Despite both making statements agreeing to cooperate with police enquiries, investigators have revealed that John Della Bosca and Belinda Neal have refused to be interviewed, earning them a rebuke from their respective leaders. Coverage from The Canberra Timeshere.
Iraq targets AWB: The Iraqi Government has launched a massive class action against dozens of international companies - for paying kickbacks to Saddam Hussien and rorting the UN 'Oil for Food' program - and top of the pile is Australia's own AWB. Report from The Canberra Timeshere.
Do something: There's been some tragic stories of violence and neglect of late, prompting many to wonder what can be done to stem the dismal tide. The Age's Catherine Deveny might have an answer. Click here to find out more.
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