Surely the wannabes say they listen more to jazz than anything else . . . in public, at any rate.

It may sound perverse, but the impression I get is that somehow Joseph’s intention to move away from the idea of a party to a movement is being used against him, strengthening the PN politically instead.

The PN’s resolute stand, as a party, towards dissent highlights the trend for cross party opportunism, something Joseph unwittingly welcomes as the new way. What he doesn’t notice is that his official media structure, as a result, is a shambles. I don’t see that in the PN, where cohesion and a centralised message is still the name of the game.

The relatively new players enjoying Joseph’s trust know they can have it both ways, using alternative media to position themselves at a safe distance whenever needed. They will be the ones who will hold him to ransom should he be elected prime minister. Joseph’s weakness is simply being reflected onto Lawrence Gonzi, to play along. Meantime they maintain relations with the backbenchers, thus a reserve of votes should they make it to government.

The email story makes evident Joseph’s isolation both within the traditional party, now overrun by the old hardcore, as well as his liablility to these who’ve chosen to set up camp outside Mile End with their vested interests and unabashed with their endorsement of capital.

I link their clout to Lawrence Gonzi’s rigid control of Mepa, followed by his choice of cabinet; two related factors.

It’s in their interest to reduce traditional Labour and Joseph’s history, Alfred Sant, to a minor current and push for a de facto coalition.

It’s also in their interest to use Joseph as a scapegoat and threaten to dissolve the coalition, given the reserve of votes mentioned earlier.

No he is not involved at all. His job is to concentrate on attacking people at TVM and deciding whose heads will roll when Labour is in government.

Of course Jason is not involved.

This joke indicates that Maltastar is in the hands of the Commies. For some odd reason, Varist is the first name which comes to mind.

Dan ma kellux imur jorqod? ;)

“I get the suspicion that such internal rot is being left to spread on purpose.”

Very astute comment. Why do you think so?

I love Sting and U2. Not Dire Straits. But I don’t think I’m cool. I’m just stressed and this music calms me down :)

On another note, is Jason Micallef involved in Maltastar?