Politics Powerless, Voiceless People

Why don't our distinguished state leaders stop paying for bureaucrats' SUVs before they stop paying for poor old ladies' teeth? Why does the state drop Medicaid coverage for eyeglasses but keep on funding not one but two mega million-dollar convention centers? What I think is that people without power are the ones politicians feel most comfortable cutting services to. The people who need protection are the powerless, voiceless people
· Voiceless [Boston Herald]

A new rule book for our politicians

Few issues make politicians cringe more than the spotlight being placed on their perks of office. They find it galling when increases, or speculation about their travel habits and superannuation packages, are constantly questioned. But what further justification does the media and public need for better accountability than the case of independent upper house MP Malcolm Jones.
· Accountability [SMH]