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[–] [email protected] 6 points 11 months ago

It's a brutal mistake. As far as speakers go, they're supposed to be apolitical - putting the decorum and honour of the house above all else - though they're elected officials. They really shouldn't be anything of interest ever, it's literally a protocol role. So this guy... Even IF he was really good at his job as a member of parliament, and well liked among all parties, his career is over