Vamos to go into politics?

Microsoft Australia's MD, Steve Vamos, formerly MD of NineMSN, is going into politics. At least, that's the rumour being spread by Computerworld. It's an interesting idea for a number of reasons. Steve's a very likeable guy. He communicates well. He's also worked for IBM, Apple, Packer and Microsoft. He's into heavy metal. He'd definitely bring a different perspective to Aussie politics, just like we've been discussing here lately. How much truth there is to the rumour, I have no idea. The Computerworld article speaks of "tension" and "friction" surrounding Steve Ballmer's recent visit. BTW, Mick tried to get a ten minute interview with Ballmer for G'DAY WORLD, but was rebuffed.

Comments

[Tony]

Based on reading that story he probably didn't think Mick was important enough for him. As much as I would like to see some changes in politics here it is going to take a bloody long time to happen with all the old farts currently there with no intention of leaving.

[Cameron Reilly]

apparently it wasn't only us. Read what joshglid from The Bulletin had to say about it:
http://spaces.msn.com/members/scienceblog/Blog/cns!1p02NVwYHv_ekudtLPnfvlbQ!153.entry

[Mark Jones]

Cam - I've got it on good authority those rumours were unfounded and untrue. Shame, cos it makes a great story.

[Cameron Reilly]

Indeed. I wonder who started them??

[CV]

Cmon Cam. You were never a rumour man. And when did computerworld ever become a source of authority? Speak to your old mates at MS they will tell you the truth!

[Cameron Reilly]

yeah riiiight mate, like you're not a mushroom! :-)