Mr X - great post, probably too long for most unfortunately.
I have recommended The Latham Diaries to many people - even on this forum. It is a tragedy that it has been devalued by the concentration on its personal attacks. It contains a detailed explanation of how the anachronistic Labor Party operates in reality.
Good luck to Rudd claiming to be able to select his own cabinet - Lathan had to create a special post for poor old Simon Crean who got dumped by his faction - his position was to be taken by a newbie senator from SA based on factional deals.
