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Jun 01, 2016 Letters
Dear Editor,
I have been following the discussion in the media on the apparent breakdown of arrangements at the recent Flag-raising ceremony. Although this is not a direct political matter, in our charged political environment it has quickly become a political firestorm. Unfortunately, the government has been put on the back-foot. Compared to previous governments, the Coalition is doing fine and this may explain the relative lack of intensity on most matters. But I have constantly argued that this government has to quickly realise that given the circumstances under which it came to office, it would be held to a higher standard than previous administrations.
The real reason for my letter, however, is to speak out against what appears to be somewhat harsh commentaries directed at Minister Nicolette Henry and the seeming abandonment by her colleagues— she is left to face the fire all on her own. I do not normally defend politicians. Criticisms are in order but the image that is being painted of the incompetent woman whose organizing skills are being questioned is a bit harsh on the Minister.
There is something that does not feel right about a scenario where the failings of a mainly male government are blamed on a woman and she gets little support from her male colleagues. Yes, Minister Henry was in charge of the event, but clearly the breakdown of arrangements could not be solely her responsibility. I am not asking for the government to deny what evidently went wrong. But if collective responsibility is acknowledged, the blow to the Minister would be softened.
David Hinds
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