I would imagine that striking the proper balance with this sort of an arrangement requires a dash of extra goodwill from all parties. I mean, I can see where the areas of overlapping interest and principle might be. That said, I can also see where disagreement may lead to misunderstandings, or even to suspicions about fundamental motives, or where views might be genuinely irreconcilable in ways that give rise to some real frustration.

But if your Liberal member is comfortable with the situation, and everyone is willing to put a little effort into it, then I can certainly see how you might all stand to benefit from this extension of the debate. And if you can support your Liberal friend in any activity that might lead to more pro-asylum seeker Liberals, then I'd say it's worth the effort.