I indicate to the Leader of the Opposition that the government is not dying of shame-my father did not die of shame. What the Leader of the Opposition should be ashamed of is his performance in this parliament and the sexism he brings with it. (Julia Gillard)

I indicate to the Leader of the Opposition that the government is not dying of shame-my father did not die of shame. What the Leader of the Opposition should be ashamed of is his performance in this parliament and the sexism he brings with it.

Julia Gillard

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