We can only hope. I’ve been too crashitty-crash and in crisis mode with a couple of projects to keep a close eye on the trends for the last few days , but there seems to be a cautious optimism amongst the lefties of late.
Month: August 2010
Greens Ad: This time I’m voting Greens
I like what the Greens have done with their ad campaigns – simple, clear and positive.
Politics on Youtube
This is a whole new side to political advertising. Are these sort of leader parodies available to the Liberals, Greens, and other parties or would the backlash be too great? Discuss.
Quickhit: One Nation Victorian State President promotes gay bashing
In things that I wish surprised me, some of the discussion has brought Victorian One Nation State President John Groves out of the woodwork, and a look at his twitter timeline not only comes up with gems like calling Julia Gillard a “redheaded itch”, but he seems to actively support “poofter bashing”.
A Tiny Bright Spot
This has been a pretty damn depressing election campaign for all of us, I think. It’s been filled with bigotry and gossip about ALP internal politics, and there’s been very little analysis of policy or what either major party is… Read More ›
Liberal party launch: policy salad
I continue to be gobsmacked that one of the most light-weight Oppositions in this country’s history can make so much headway in the media and the polls.
Sudden fansquee Sunday
Realising that True Blood‘s maenad Maryann Forrester and Star Trek: Next Generation‘s Ensign Ro were both played by the same actor, Michelle Forbes. Plus…
Oz-Election Reader – August 7, 2010
Items of interest found recently in my RSS feed. What did I miss? Please share what you've been reading (and writing!) in the comments.
New Hoyden bylines: napalmnacey and Jennifer
I am pleased to announce that napalmnacey and Jennifer have agreed to join the roster of Hoyden authors, to post as and when they feel so inclined. Welcome! Here, have a cake! Held by David Tennant!
Otterday! And Open Thread.
Today’s otters… have quills. And ickle cutesome noses. And teeny pink feet. And they’re not actually mustelids, as such. And… they’re hedgehogs. I couldn’t resist! Check these out! Via The Daily Squee. Please feel free to use this thread to natter about anything your heart desires.
Hoyden About Town 