A change of colours
I could wait until the screen fades to black, but I think we know the end of our local movie. History has been made, as the pundits say. We now have a minority government going forward, with all three major parties coming to the table. The premier did not win his side, and there is a strong expectation that he will retire to the manor, having had a full career. The final numbers did not follow the forecasts (the national press was showing intent interest, given the possibility of a Green governance). And for those of us who live here and pay the bills, this is a moment to let out our collective held breath. We have interesting times ahead.
We actually cast our votes late this afternoon, and I was impressed at the number of paid jobs that are the real benefit of any election. Good paying temporary jobs are the dream that fuels a tight economy. Sure, we talk large about permanent positions, but beach time is nigh; with a few bucks in the bank, it makes the sunsets look even better.
The other issue; still too early to say, but it looks like we will continue to play FPTP everything. The numbers don’t appear strong enough to “throw the switch onto a new rail line”. It takes a long time to evolve, in politics, what with the long lapses between election to election… four years is enough time to slow any momentum. Will I see another referendum in my lifetime? Better to accept our flawed system, seek strengths and try to assure competent representatives.
