Long-time MP Martin Ferguson has announced his retirement from federal politics after many years of sterling service to his beloved Labor Party. Judging by the unusual cross-party display of sincerity evident during the normal bear-pit of 'question time' yesterday, the bloke was genuinely admired by many in the 'house'.
Although nothing to do with his abilities, I was somewhat amazed by his delivery when he first began speaking in the parliament. He had what sounded like an over-blown Australian drawl which resulted in his own name being announced as 'Marn Fergsn'. I wondered how he would be able to effectively get his ideas across clearly. Apparently no problem at all ... and, he was highly respected for the actual wisdom contained in his articulation of ideas.
In his parting speech, he pondered who the party would nominate to stand in his super-safe Melbourne seat of Batman. How about the 'dark knight' (of comic book and latterly, movie fame, not the founder of Melbourne for whom the seat is named)?
Whatever happens ... goodonya Martin!
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