It's compulsory in AustraliaOn one hand, politicians don't just pander to old people or special interest groups 'because they're the only ones that vote', but on the other hand it turns into a bit of a popularity contest sometimes.
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gronkpan https://twitter.com/VomitingLarry,
Fri 14 Aug 2009, 11:35,
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see, that kinda makes senseI tend to think that Britain is one of the most politically apathetic nations there is because we are becoming a bit lazy and selfish
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Mighty Nibus who dares gins | @nibus,
Fri 14 Aug 2009, 11:44,
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