wow factor

George gives Johnny a gong and still manages to get it wrong.

So, Mr Prime Minister, our friend, welcome to the White House and congratulations.

Bush honours his 'man of steel'

George, John Howard is not Prime Minister. He was comprehensively kicked out more than a year ago.

(Reuters)

Balance is restored

Declaration: I am a rusted on Labor supporter, so allow me the indulgence of this pre election “hope and gloat".

First, this evocative John Spooner illustration and associated article.

After 11 plus years of John_Howard and his control freak conservatism, this Saturday provides a real chance throw him out. His ardent supporters still say the polls are wrong and can’t believe the mood for change.

His cock ups are many. He joined George_Bush at the hip with the war in Iraq however I dare anyone to find any mention of the word Iraq during this whole campaign.

Also, no mention of AWB_Limited and the $300,000,000 paid in wheat bribes to Saddam Hussien.

His Health Minister, Tony_Abbott called Bernie_Banton a political stuntsman for trying to deliver a petition for medication. Bernie will most likely not live to see the results on Saturday night.

Enough… here’s hoping the bookies have picked it, they usually do.

A fine example of photo journalism in this ABC News photograph by AAP photographer Paul Miller.

I'm not sure John Howard would agree with me.