Elections in Australia

Despite Australia's delicate position as a major US ally, people were more focused on domestic issues and visions of the contenders to uplift their living standard than crucifying the 'leaders'. I was surprised to find no members from law enforcing agencies in and around the polling booths; party representatives welcomed everyone with a smiling face while mobile food services continued serving ready-made dishes. I can feel the difference of culture, education and attitude that leads to a successful election. There is no bad feeling, for, our country is still an infant in respect of materialising 'democracy and its institutional practices'. Democratic governments are functioning since early 90's and we also experienced few changes. I believe many would contemplate that our people are more conscious and upright than they were in the past. Those are certainly positive indicators. There is a lot to be done, a hard job indeed. And it is always easier said than done.