The PM has absolutely no defence for his position on this issue.

If he continues his blocking maneuvers and if – God forbid – there is another incident levelled against the Jewish community, the Governor General should dismiss his government and institute a caretaker arrangement pending an election.

One senses that great care is being taken not to offend the Muslim community embedded in key labour-held Sydney seats.

Self-interest seems to be front and centre on this issue at the moment. THAT PRIORITY MUST BE ABANDONED.