It does matter what people are saying about the persons in the party

.We go into the 2010 Vic  elections  wondering whether we can maintain credibility with our core constituency let alone grow it . FF survival is dependent on its persons and reps in particular ,  not often on its leadership. Its aim to make government more open accountable and value based means it is a platform for good things. Even if people are unhappy with the leadership, the key issue is what it stands for .The key issue is the people who stand and whether they do truly represent the people's interests.  Whatever the party name the same is true .