The election a blow to the government

Comments on Paul Kelly “Seats, not votes, the critical measure as Tony Abbott gains momentum” 23/08/2010, http://www.theaustralian.com.au/national-affairs/seats-not-votes-the-critical-measure-as-tony-abbott-gains-momentum/story-fn59niix-1225908615772
The election outcome, though still uncertain, has been a referendum on the government's policies and implementations over the past three years.

On that account, the government has lost the confidence and trust of the Australian people.

It is unfortunate for our first female prime minister, Julia Gillard, since she is an inclusive leader and would be shown as a very good prime minister even though she was part of the gang of four.

She just did not have enough time to show her ability and prime ministerial leadership to the Australian people.

But such is politics. It is no different to the case of Peter Costello – a prime ministerial material was not given the opportunity.