Crossbenchers who need twice as many staffers as backbenchers to do the same job are probably not the best people for the job. The idea that major Party MPs don't need to read or understand legislation because they vote on Party lines is ridiculous. #auspol Every MP is accountable for their vote, and they contribute to the Party's position. The idea that they have a vast "machine" to support them is also a fallacy. Eg Tasmanian Labor has just 2 paid staff – and they work full-time on Party administration. #auspol