There may be a reason why Anthony Albanese and his ministers do not answer questions about their signature policies, even when those questions are asked with respect. It may be that these politicians simply cannot hear what is being asked of them.

For example, the Prime Minister does not seem to hear the question about what will happen with Aboriginal issues if the Voice to Parliament is enshrined in the Constitution.

Similarly, his Energy Minister does not appear to hear the growing criticism about green science or complaints that he is making the lives of millions of Australians worse by rushing to energy...