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Bevo · 25th Jul 2010, 02:15 AM

The Australian election is coming up on 21 August. I'm watching the leaders debate now... So who will you be voting for?

Oh, and just a reminder for all you political animals to keep the discussion civil, let's have a balanced argument from all and not just the loudest and the angriest.

Pseudojim · 25th Jul 2010, 04:24 AM

Greens.

Tony abbot has disgusting views on gay people.

http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2...09/2840558.htm

As well as his views on women.

http://aww.ninemsn.com.au/news/inthe.../abbotts-women

Danielle · 25th Jul 2010, 04:59 AM

The Greens would have got my vote if I was old enough unless there happened to be an independent who was closer to my views then the greens are (very unlikely) I would vote for them.

My perference would have went to the ALP or the Democrats if they were still a chance of getting any seat but that won't happen.

**Maddy** · 25th Jul 2010, 06:51 PM

I live in a safe Labor seat so it won't mean much, but Greens. My mother told me yesterday not to vote, because she knows I won't vote Liberal and she can't handle the thought of me voting for anyone else. I don't plan to listen to her.

Lychee · 25th Jul 2010, 10:56 PM

I am glad that no one (out of the 6 people) is voting for the ALP. I really do not like their history...

Bang Bang · 26th Jul 2010, 08:49 AM

Hey guys,

I'm not from Australia, so I haven't looked into the parties running and whatnot. But I noticed that a few posters above won't vote for certain parties because of their attitude towards LGBT people/issues.

I just wanted to say that you should also look into the other agendas proposed by the parties. I mean, sure they may not like LGBT people, but what are their plans for taxes and such? I understand that equality and gay rights is important to many of you, it is very important to me, but when voting for a party, you should always look at everything they have proposed, not just one specific thing.

I'm not finger pointing or anything, I was just suggesting an idea. I'm very interested in politics and I would hate to see my Australian friends not live peacefully and happily.

Happy voting!

Danielle · 26th Jul 2010, 09:00 AM

I would vote for the Greens not because of the their same sex marriage policy. I would vote for them because of their policies on asylum seekers, climate changes and their economic platform.

Pseudojim · 2nd Aug 2010, 03:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Danielle

I would vote for the Greens not because of the their same sex marriage policy. I would vote for them because of their policies on asylum seekers, climate changes and their economic platform.

agreed. Social progression with sound economy.

zoeee · 2nd Aug 2010, 02:22 PM

oh you people've showed me once more why i love australians

green's the way!

3rd Aug 2010, 12:40 AM

I dont really like Liberal or Labor yet vote for Liberal. I voted for Labor in last election but not bothered voting for them this time around. I have even voted for Greens too before yet have not been happy with some of the things they did in my local area and thats why I wont vote for them either, yet happy about the Greens about pro gay marriage and no interent filter.

View Poll Results: Who will you vote vote for?
Liberal Party of Australia	3	25.00%
Australian Labor Party	2	16.67%
National Party of Australia	0	0%
Australian Greens	9	75.00%
Christian Democratic Party	0	0%
Family First Party	0	0%
Australian Democrats	1	8.33%
Independent	1	8.33%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 12. You may not vote on this poll

25th Jul 2010, 02:15 AM	#1
Bevo Sapienter si sincere Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Close family and all friends Location: Sydney, Australia Age: 19 Posts: 341 Join Date: Jul 2009	Australian Election 2010 The Australian election is coming up on 21 August. I'm watching the leaders debate now... So who will you be voting for? Oh, and just a reminder for all you political animals to keep the discussion civil, let's have a balanced argument from all and not just the loudest and the angriest. __________________ "Man reaches his perfection, not through what he has, not even through what he does, but entirely through what he is." — Oscar Wilde

25th Jul 2010, 04:24 AM	#2
Pseudojim Part robot Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Bi - Kinsey 2ish Out Status: All but family Location: Australia Age: 27 Posts: 2,154 Join Date: Sep 2009	Re: Australian Election 2010 Greens. Tony abbot has disgusting views on gay people. http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2...09/2840558.htm As well as his views on women. http://aww.ninemsn.com.au/news/inthe.../abbotts-women

25th Jul 2010, 04:59 AM	#3
Danielle EC Addict Full Member Gender: Transgender - MtF Orientation: Lesbian Out Status: Most people Location: NSW, Australia Age: 19 Posts: 525 Join Date: Aug 2008	Re: Australian Election 2010 The Greens would have got my vote if I was old enough unless there happened to be an independent who was closer to my views then the greens are (very unlikely) I would vote for them. My perference would have went to the ALP or the Democrats if they were still a chance of getting any seat but that won't happen.

25th Jul 2010, 06:51 PM	#4
Maddy Free Hugs EC Admin Gender: - Orientation: Into girls Location: Melbourne, Australia Age: 21 Posts: 7,704 Join Date: Mar 2008	Re: Australian Election 2010 I live in a safe Labor seat so it won't mean much, but Greens. My mother told me yesterday not to vote, because she knows I won't vote Liberal and she can't handle the thought of me voting for anyone else. I don't plan to listen to her. __________________ how strange it is to be anything at all [Victor] 2:09 pm: and then halloween happened and I was outside in a skirt.

25th Jul 2010, 10:56 PM	#5
Lychee EC Addict Full Member Gender: Spazmatazz Orientation: Friendspage Location: Contrabassoon Posts: 1,739 Join Date: Aug 2008	Re: Australian Election 2010 I am glad that no one (out of the 6 people) is voting for the ALP. I really do not like their history... __________________ We we we so excited.

26th Jul 2010, 08:49 AM	#6
Bang Bang Testicles. That is all. Regular Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Just a wee bit... Location: Toronto, Canada Age: 19 Posts: 421 Join Date: Jul 2010	Re: Australian Election 2010 Hey guys, I'm not from Australia, so I haven't looked into the parties running and whatnot. But I noticed that a few posters above won't vote for certain parties because of their attitude towards LGBT people/issues. I just wanted to say that you should also look into the other agendas proposed by the parties. I mean, sure they may not like LGBT people, but what are their plans for taxes and such? I understand that equality and gay rights is important to many of you, it is very important to me, but when voting for a party, you should always look at everything they have proposed, not just one specific thing. I'm not finger pointing or anything, I was just suggesting an idea. I'm very interested in politics and I would hate to see my Australian friends not live peacefully and happily. Happy voting! __________________ I’m too tired to slap you. Bash your face against my palm.

26th Jul 2010, 09:00 AM	#7
Danielle EC Addict Full Member Gender: Transgender - MtF Orientation: Lesbian Out Status: Most people Location: NSW, Australia Age: 19 Posts: 525 Join Date: Aug 2008	Re: Australian Election 2010 I would vote for the Greens not because of the their same sex marriage policy. I would vote for them because of their policies on asylum seekers, climate changes and their economic platform.

2nd Aug 2010, 02:22 PM	#9
zoeee Well Known Full Member Gender: Female Orientation: undefined Out Status: a few Location: Europe Age: 20 Posts: 174 Join Date: Nov 2008	Re: Australian Election 2010 oh you people've showed me once more why i love australians green's the way! __________________ All I want is you, will you be my bride Take me by the hand and stand by my side All I want is you, will you stay with me? Hold me in your arms and sway me like the sea.

3rd Aug 2010, 12:40 AM	#10
dude99 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Australian Election 2010 I dont really like Liberal or Labor yet vote for Liberal. I voted for Labor in last election but not bothered voting for them this time around. I have even voted for Greens too before yet have not been happy with some of the things they did in my local area and thats why I wont vote for them either, yet happy about the Greens about pro gay marriage and no interent filter. Last edited by dude99; 3rd Aug 2010 at 12:53 AM.. Reason: edit

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