I heard Downer saying that on the news yesterday, and his sarcastic smarmy tone of voice as he was saying it made my blood boil.

What, expect ANY of them to apologise for ANYTHING? As he said, GET REAL! This government had a history of doing whatever they like and never apologising, even if it can be seen clearly that they have made a mistake. I think they have a slimy lawyer there telling them not to admit liability for anything so they can't be sued.

Same with little johnnie and being asked to say Sorry to the stolen generation. He's obviously been advised not to, in case one of the victims decides to take legal action.

I think I got out of the cynical side of my bed this morning.