The Opposition leader Peter Dutton has announced his shadow ministry.
It does show a distinct lack of talent. IF we are to believe Angus Taylor ,who was an embarrassment when he was Minister, he cannot even read an annual report. IF we do not believe him then his is a liar. That is merely highlighting the most important shadow ministry.
However we should also remember that there will be a few that will shine in Opposition. Do you remember Simon Crean after 1996. Howard changed his prized policy after Crean claimed far too many scalps.
We also need a decent Opposition to keep the government honest.
Having said all that I cannot see Dutton getting any teal seats back. Dutton will look out of place if Albo succeeds in changing parliamentary culture. Even if he fails just remember Keating was never popular only respected until 1994 and THAT budget. His shadow cabinet does look inspiring. Perhaps international events will intervene and change things in his favour alah Scullin or even Whitlam.
I should add two things both the new government have a lot more experience on how to deal with any repercussions and so does the bureaucracy.
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