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Tāmaki Makaurau by-election

The rare case I’d vote Labour to stop a party of racists

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Jul 14, 2025
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This might be the only time you’ll hear me say it: I support Labour. Not because they’ve suddenly become competent (that will never happen) but because the alternative in the Tāmaki Makaurau by-election is far worse.

The by-election, triggered by the passing of Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp, gives voters a clear choice. Peeni Henare of Labo…

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