Victorian lockdown blues

Dan Andrews has been excoriated in the press as a killjoy. The conscientious class nerd, who works hard, acts responsibly and does his homework.

Who would you prefer to handle a pandemic?

Caroline Overington nailed it Being photographed at the footy waving his scarf while Victorians were in a second lock down was not a good look.

But then Scomo announced that he had a productive talk with President Trump about Covid 19 and reopening 'safely'

My heart sank and my mind went into a hopeless spiral.

Australia's PM was seeking advice from the leader presiding over one of the most disastrous COVID responses.

'A man is known by the company he keeps'

Aesop fable

A significant aspect of good leadership is providing a credible role model

Setting an example is extremely powerful, especially if the person is respected, admired or considered trustworthy. For some these respected individuals are scientists, various experts or people holding high office.

Scott Morrison has finally posted himself wearing a mask on Instagram; but running a virtual Parliament is beyond him.

(even I have learnt to zoom)