Really interesting post, Nick. I'm quite torn, because I've always been a born and bred Labour voter, but I want to vote Greens too. I also see Chloe as a superb leader and hope that will happen. Very depressing thinking about lack of action on climate change, but inspiring to see the Greens' new policy.
I'll let you into a secret Jean. I'm born and bred Labour too, but I have voted for the Greens when I thought they might not make it back into parliament. I'm not the only Labour person who has done that either. So, it's a case of looking at the final picture and deciding which of the two needs your vote the most. Last time it was Labour because it was clear they were on a hiding to nothing. The media saw to that.
Have been a Labour voter since forever yet I am so convinced that should the Greens, Labour and TPM sit down and adopt all of the best parts of each others policies Aotearoa and its people would thrive. You only need to compare the intelligence, the passion and the mana of the MPs in these parties compared to the right wing dross to appreciate we are being so short changed currently. Making Tik Toks does not make things better for the country nor does promoting racial division. It is hard to come to terms with the fact that we are only one year in with two more of this damaging COC to endure.
Thanks Nick. You’re such a trooper. You seem to work tirelessly, everyday to publish stuff that’s so critical for us to know to be well informed in our choices. Those kids brought tears to my eyes but then your posts often do.
Thanks for the report Nick - very positive sounding! A real contrast to the slashing and burning and moar roads we are hearing from the current government.
💚💪 Always supported the Greens but "conventional" voters don't see them as able to govern on their own, but I admire their influence when in coalition and would love them to have an even bigger say 👍 To me their climate policies (& others) are eminently do-able if the will was there - the greedy always say "it can't be done" when they really mean THEY don't WANT it done as they would have to behave ethically & for the good of others instead of narrow self interest 😱
As a life-long Values and then Green voter, I am so pleased that Greens once again tackle the big issues with courage and energy and, of course, proper research. Yes, Labour has some good people too, but they always pull back from committing to real action. Why do people think that Greens aren't capable of leading the country? 25 years in parliament and coherent, congruent policy look better to me than the piecemeal rubbish we are enduring now, or the faint-hearted approach of Labour. And we have the best mps.
I am planning on giving Te Parti Maori my Party vote next election. That puts me in a quandary as I have always voted for the Labour candidate and for the Greens for my Party vote. I want so bad for Te Pati Maori to increase their seats...
Really interesting post, Nick. I'm quite torn, because I've always been a born and bred Labour voter, but I want to vote Greens too. I also see Chloe as a superb leader and hope that will happen. Very depressing thinking about lack of action on climate change, but inspiring to see the Greens' new policy.
We need both Greens and Labour, there are some awesome people in the Labour Party too. 🙂
I'll let you into a secret Jean. I'm born and bred Labour too, but I have voted for the Greens when I thought they might not make it back into parliament. I'm not the only Labour person who has done that either. So, it's a case of looking at the final picture and deciding which of the two needs your vote the most. Last time it was Labour because it was clear they were on a hiding to nothing. The media saw to that.
And I'd add TPM ❤️💚🖤
Absolutely. I've voted for the 3 of them at various times.
Have been a Labour voter since forever yet I am so convinced that should the Greens, Labour and TPM sit down and adopt all of the best parts of each others policies Aotearoa and its people would thrive. You only need to compare the intelligence, the passion and the mana of the MPs in these parties compared to the right wing dross to appreciate we are being so short changed currently. Making Tik Toks does not make things better for the country nor does promoting racial division. It is hard to come to terms with the fact that we are only one year in with two more of this damaging COC to endure.
Thought-provoking response Mac! You’re correct! We MUST get good people into Government asap!!
Oh....beautiful pics beautiful music beautiful writing AWESOME POLICIES!!! thankyou so much Nick 💚 definitely sharing this
More green and less mean eh!
Thanks Nick. You’re such a trooper. You seem to work tirelessly, everyday to publish stuff that’s so critical for us to know to be well informed in our choices. Those kids brought tears to my eyes but then your posts often do.
Thanks for the report Nick - very positive sounding! A real contrast to the slashing and burning and moar roads we are hearing from the current government.
💚💪 Always supported the Greens but "conventional" voters don't see them as able to govern on their own, but I admire their influence when in coalition and would love them to have an even bigger say 👍 To me their climate policies (& others) are eminently do-able if the will was there - the greedy always say "it can't be done" when they really mean THEY don't WANT it done as they would have to behave ethically & for the good of others instead of narrow self interest 😱
As a life-long Values and then Green voter, I am so pleased that Greens once again tackle the big issues with courage and energy and, of course, proper research. Yes, Labour has some good people too, but they always pull back from committing to real action. Why do people think that Greens aren't capable of leading the country? 25 years in parliament and coherent, congruent policy look better to me than the piecemeal rubbish we are enduring now, or the faint-hearted approach of Labour. And we have the best mps.
And the Alliance too, good people.
I am planning on giving Te Parti Maori my Party vote next election. That puts me in a quandary as I have always voted for the Labour candidate and for the Greens for my Party vote. I want so bad for Te Pati Maori to increase their seats...
The Greens and Te Pāti Māori have similar policies in a number of areas, I hope they both do well next time up.
Very good of you to report on that Nick. Coromandel had their party today also. Alas a bit far for me. Policies sound great.
Wonderful commentary Nick. I have picked Chloe to be the first Greens PM!
A green government in a sea of righteousness!
And especially mokopuna thinking.
Brilliant commentary Nick, ngā mihi. I hope Chloe has an individual survival strategy, on top of saving our world…
Thanks Nick. Well said. We will work together.
I so enjoyed this newsletter Nick thank you - everything about it - including the music choice and "because the sky is blue it makes me cry".
Thanks Nick. Wonderful post, a perfect song and a fierce storm to close out the weekend as if any further proof was needed. Go the Greens!