Luxon and Hipkins Just Don’t Compare
To highlight the gulf between then and now, I’ve revisited some key political decisions and indulged in a little alternative history. How would the likes of Luxon and Hipkins have fared?
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And the whole assembly took counsel to keep other seven days: and they kept other seven days with gladness.