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I want to run a government, Barnaby wants to be part of a government, which is characterized by the motto if you like, no surprises, no excuses. That will be the motto of an incoming Coalition government. No surprises, no excuses.
Tony Abbott
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Tony Abbott
Age: 67
Born: 1957
Born: November 4
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Anthony John Abbott
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