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Constructive political debate still a distant ideal
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National’s 100 days of action might hit wall of reality

ANALYSIS: Introducing 10 bills to Parliament – which still have to be drafted – will take time.

Brent Edwards Thu, 26 Oct 2023
Edwards on Politics
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Both major parties face challenges following Saturday’s election

ANALYSIS: Labour faces the task of rebuilding, while National has to govern.

Brent Edwards Thu, 19 Oct 2023
Edwards on Politics
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No need for politicians to catastrophise other parties’ policies

ANALYSIS: Voting is a key part of New Zealand’s democracy, but you should not underestimate the pressure that puts on politicians vying for our votes.

Brent Edwards Thu, 12 Oct 2023
Edwards on Politics
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Voters deserve an honest debate during the election campaign

ANALYSIS: The political parties’ behaviour is hardly edifying politics and does little to bolster voters’ confidence in democracy.

Brent Edwards Thu, 05 Oct 2023
Edwards on Politics
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Historical perspective on economy and Government books

ANALYSIS: Net debt is high but not as high as it has been or as high as Treasury’s 2020 forecast.

Brent Edwards Thu, 28 Sep 2023
Edwards on Politics
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News media loses election debate coverage

ANALYSIS: Peter Dunne says the commentariat reacted with 'predictable banality' to the debate.

Brent Edwards Thu, 21 Sep 2023
Edwards on Politics
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How opening the books gives voters clear view of trade-offs

ANALYSIS: Future governments face choice between constrained spending or raising taxes.

Brent Edwards Thu, 14 Sep 2023
Edwards on Politics
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Auditor-General urges more debate on Treasury's wellbeing report

ANALYSIS: The Treasury had hoped the report would stimulate robust public debate.

Brent Edwards Thu, 07 Sep 2023
Edwards on Politics
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Party divisions give voters a clear choice

ANALYSIS: Chris Hipkins has to give supporters a reason to vote for Labour.

Brent Edwards Thu, 31 Aug 2023
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