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Originally Posted by Sinner
So Bush won the Popular Vote.
Bush Won the election.
The Republicans control both Houses.
and there was a record high voter turn out
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The same thing just happened with our 'centre-right' govenment in Australia. Returned to power with a healthy majority and control of both houses for the first time in over 20 years.
All the same except the record turnout...voting is compulsory here, you get fined for not turning up.
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is a perception these governments are doing a good job considering the almost hopeless situation. They make mistakes, but the other guy will make mistakes too if you vote him in.
And I know things have been pretty good around here financially in the last few years, most people seem to be pretty happy. Interest rates are low and they don't wanna rock the boat.
However, IMO the huge swings toward existing and established government were primarily influenced by campaigns of fear. That wolves thing was amazing. John Howard should have made one with some dingoes and a baby
