Action Talkback - Gossip on politcian, are we amused or offended?

Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce

A group of about four or five Nationals MPs is believed to be trying to get Barnaby Joyce to resign. (AAP) Source: AAP

The political future of Barnaby Joyce hangs in the doubt over gossip reports around his pregnant girlfriend, who was offered highly paid jobs by his beloved Deputy Prime Minister.


Are we to join Mr Joyce's joy by celebrating his forthcoming baby, or do we need to revalue his political performance by his untrustworthy personality demonstrated in his own marriage? How do we dealt with the gossips around politicians, amused or offended?


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