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I know Simon has alot of support in the National ranks (well we are told he does) but surely going back to him would be a massive mistake?
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@taniwharugby It would be a massive mistake. Public don't like him at all. Muller got that boost at the start because he wasn't Bridges.
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@JC said in NZ Politics:
My sauces are whispering that Muller has been given some very bad health news...
If so he should have said so. I must unfortunately and with great regret quit the leadership as I have been diagnosed with X and start X treatment next week. He would have had had all the sympathy.
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@Smudge said in NZ Politics:
@Crucial said in NZ Politics:
Not that much baggage though and given the referenda this time she could be well placed (pro life choice, currently holds drug reform portfolio).
She's literally had the drug reform portfolio for two weeks.
Two weeks is a long time in politics.
It’s on her CV
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@Donsteppa said in NZ Politics:
@dogmeat said in NZ Politics:
He did look all at sea though almost from Day 1. Job was clearly much harder than he expected it to be. Corporate world clearly wasn't preparation for the death stare politicking no matter what Winnie says
I have a half baked theory that 2020 has taken a lot more of out of some people than they realise, and when they go to step up a few gears all of a sudden they can't quite do it the way that they once would have. Todd isn't the only one I've seen along those (very broad) lines.
Wouldn't surprise me at all.
Being in the full glare of the political spotlight probably isn't a good place for most people. There are many completely heinous things I'd rather do than be there!
I recall Nick Smith got appointed as Deputy leader after Brash rolled English, and almost immediately got sent off on stress leave and replaced shortly after.
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@Crucial said in NZ Politics:
It’s Crusher
Funny how she has spent the last few years denying any aspirations for the leadership yet .....
Including in her book? But who could have foreseen Muller committing hari kari? She is too savvy to stick her neck out unless she is sure of support. I expect either Adams, Kay or Collins, probably in that order
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@canefan said in NZ Politics:
@Crucial said in NZ Politics:
It’s Crusher
Funny how she has spent the last few years denying any aspirations for the leadership yet .....
Including in her book? But who could have foreseen Muller committing hari kari? She is too savvy to stick her neck out unless she is sure of support. I expect either Adams, Kay or Collins, probably in that order
No it’s real. Crusher is it.
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@Crucial said in NZ Politics:
@canefan said in NZ Politics:
@Crucial said in NZ Politics:
It’s Crusher
Funny how she has spent the last few years denying any aspirations for the leadership yet .....
Including in her book? But who could have foreseen Muller committing hari kari? She is too savvy to stick her neck out unless she is sure of support. I expect either Adams, Kay or Collins, probably in that order
No it’s real. Crusher is it.
Oh wow. I think she is a good choice. Has been one of the best opposition MPs, has polished her persona so it is less abrasive than before. Seems to be more popular with the national faithful than her MPs. But they need to fall in and pull together because all their jobs are on the line. I'd pick Adams. At least when the jibes about minorities come about they can say they are led by 2 women, not just 1
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@canefan said in NZ Politics:
@Crucial said in NZ Politics:
@canefan said in NZ Politics:
@Crucial said in NZ Politics:
It’s Crusher
Funny how she has spent the last few years denying any aspirations for the leadership yet .....
Including in her book? But who could have foreseen Muller committing hari kari? She is too savvy to stick her neck out unless she is sure of support. I expect either Adams, Kay or Collins, probably in that order
No it’s real. Crusher is it.
Oh wow. I think she is a good choice. Has been one of the best opposition MPs, has polished her persona so it is less abrasive than before. Seems to be more popular with the national faithful than her MPs. But they need to fall in and pull together because all their jobs are on the line. I'd pick Adams. At least when the jibes about minorities come about they can say they are led by 2 women, not just 1
She's probably about the only credible choice at this point - her or maybe Mitchell.
I'm slightly surprised that she didn't demur at this point - in favour of picking up the pieces later - but, you can never be sure the chance will come again, and maybe she has a plan for overcoming the damage wrought.
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@canefan said in NZ Politics:
@Godder said in NZ Politics:
Gerry confirmed as deputy.
Wouldn't be my choice. Doesn't really scream fresh does he?
Not really - safe pair of hands I think.
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@Godder said in NZ Politics:
@canefan said in NZ Politics:
@Godder said in NZ Politics:
Gerry confirmed as deputy.
Wouldn't be my choice. Doesn't really scream fresh does he?
Not really - safe pair of hands I think.
I personally think it's too late for safe. In the current environment image is everything and stuffy white guy isn't gonna resonate with the voters
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