Object, oppose, dodge

“Object, oppose and dodge” the mantra inspires both, his morning jog and election campaign.

Standing tall, chest puffed, clad in spandex armour – he’s been preparing for this battle for years. There’s no safety for his opponent, public funding or incoming boats.

Keep out of the way and please shut your mouth. Only Tony can stop Tony now.

They love me

The red line soared as he swept his manicured fringe from his eyes. 

“They love me” he spoke to his reflection, “they really love me”.

No longer feeling the pain Julia left in his back, he spoke as he crossed the verandah of his Kirribilli home.

“Kevin, you’ve got this popularity contest in the bag”