This is edition 2024/197 of the Ten@10 newsletter.
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1. NZ's populist moment
Bryce Edwards
- 📜 David Seymour’s Treaty Principles Bill faces significant opposition from MPs and elites, potentially becoming a populist rallying point akin to Brexit or Trump.
- 🗳️ The bill passed its first reading amidst chaos in Parliament, with strong criticism from both within and outside his party.
- 🌐 Seymour plans an extensive public campaign, resembling an early election bid, contrasting his stance with National's leadership.
- ⚖️ Legal and judicial sectors, including Kings Counsel and High Court judges, strongly oppose the bill, fearing its impact on constitutional principles.
- 📊 Public opinion shows divided support, with a significant portion backing the principles proposed by Seymour.
