Politics
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Te Pāti Māori’s Takuta Ferris Fans the Flames of Racial Hate and Political Violence
As we remember Charlie Kirk’s sacrifice, it’s time to stand up loud and clear. Decry this political violence the left brings to the table.
Police Tribunal Delays Ruling on Cop
Expert statements submitted in her defence, including those from physicians, argued that safety data for pregnant women and infants was lacking and that her inquiries were scientifically reasonable.
Words Can Never Hurt Us
The left are slowly realising that we’re not listening to their name calling any more.
Stuart Nash’s Crass Blunder: Trying to Be a Lad, Ends Up Looking Like a Prat
If he’s serious about a political comeback with NZ First, he needs to sharpen up fast. Crass jokes might fly in the pub but in politics they can sink you quicker than a lead balloon.
Luxon’s Leadership Woes: Chatter About a Spill, But It’s All Hot Air For Now
What saves Luxon, ultimately, is that National’s the party of the status quo. They’re allergic to rocking the boat – always have been.
Latest Taxpayers’ Union Poll: National’s Woes Continue as Trends Turn Sour
The big worry is that Labour needs the nutters in the Greens and the racists in Te Pāti Māori to govern. That is a toxic mix waiting to happen if the centre-right does not get its act together.
The Recent Shootings in the US
Why is it so hard for many politicians and media commentators to speak openly and honestly in the face of such tragedy?
Barrister’s Gaza Protest Paint Job Backfires Spectacularly: Conviction Sticks, Career on the Brink
Actions have consequences, Hannah. You fucked around: now you’re finding out. Stupid is as stupid does.
Hooton’s Luxon Doom and Gloom: More Maverick Fantasy Than Political Reality
Hooton’s piece is entertaining fodder, but it’s wishful thinking from a guy who has been wrong before. The National Party’s inertia will keep Luxon in the saddle, for better or worse.