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Category: Politics

Andy vs Justin: Part I; Progress vs Patriotism
Politics

Andy vs Justin: Part I; Progress vs Patriotism

We also needed vast quantities of ice and rum – and a satchel of brain-rattling drugs for those who wanted … Continue reading Andy vs Justin: Part I; Progress vs Patriotism

The Mayoral Race; First predictions, four non-starters, three near-misses, two titans on the cusp
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The Mayoral Race; First predictions, four non-starters, three near-misses, two titans on the cusp

With just a few weeks until voting starts, there is no clear picture of who will take the Mayoral chains. … Continue reading The Mayoral Race; First predictions, four non-starters, three near-misses, two titans on the cusp

Explaining the Single Transferable Vote System (hopefully I get it right this time)
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Explaining the Single Transferable Vote System (hopefully I get it right this time)

OK ok ok! You can all stop shouting at me now after my recent incorrect commentary on how STV works. … Continue reading Explaining the Single Transferable Vote System (hopefully I get it right this time)

WCC Onslow-Western Ward Candidates Analysed; The Nine Ride to Weathertop, so many mayoral candidates, it’s the hottest contest in town
Politics, Wellington City Council

WCC Onslow-Western Ward Candidates Analysed; The Nine Ride to Weathertop, so many mayoral candidates, it’s the hottest contest in town

I’m just going to call this lot “The Nine”, I’m pretty sure Justin Lester is feeling somewhat like Frodo at … Continue reading WCC Onslow-Western Ward Candidates Analysed; The Nine Ride to Weathertop, so many mayoral candidates, it’s the hottest contest in town

WCC Northern Ward Candidates Analysed; City Scientist could be out, grey men win & lose, the invisible Deputy, and the rise of the neo-left
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WCC Northern Ward Candidates Analysed; City Scientist could be out, grey men win & lose, the invisible Deputy, and the rise of the neo-left

Eight candidates are vying for three seats in the Northern Ward with some standouts, some that should stay out, and … Continue reading WCC Northern Ward Candidates Analysed; City Scientist could be out, grey men win & lose, the invisible Deputy, and the rise of the neo-left

WCC Lambton Ward Candidates Analysed; The Left is over represented, Brian Dawson could be displaced, youth shines through
Politics, Wellington City Council

WCC Lambton Ward Candidates Analysed; The Left is over represented, Brian Dawson could be displaced, youth shines through

Seven candidates are vying for three seats in Lambton Ward and with all three incumbents running again the only chance … Continue reading WCC Lambton Ward Candidates Analysed; The Left is over represented, Brian Dawson could be displaced, youth shines through

WCC Southern Ward Candidates Analysed; Two shoe-ins, topless swimming pools, and someone who should be at the table but has a long run to get there
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WCC Southern Ward Candidates Analysed; Two shoe-ins, topless swimming pools, and someone who should be at the table but has a long run to get there

Four candidates are vying for two places in the Southern Ward. With David Lee dropping out of the race this … Continue reading WCC Southern Ward Candidates Analysed; Two shoe-ins, topless swimming pools, and someone who should be at the table but has a long run to get there

WCC Election – Vote like a Pro; Tips on choosing your candidates and voting
Politics

WCC Election – Vote like a Pro; Tips on choosing your candidates and voting

Here’s your public service announcement for Friday before we move onto a further analysis of candidates, some random thoughts on … Continue reading WCC Election – Vote like a Pro; Tips on choosing your candidates and voting

WCC Eastern Ward Candidates Analysed; A seat going begging, a boring campaign, running in the same pack, and I rank who will win and who will come last
Politics, Wellington City Council

WCC Eastern Ward Candidates Analysed; A seat going begging, a boring campaign, running in the same pack, and I rank who will win and who will come last

Seven candidates are vying for three places in the Eastern Ward. Each has strengths and weaknesses while some are simply … Continue reading WCC Eastern Ward Candidates Analysed; A seat going begging, a boring campaign, running in the same pack, and I rank who will win and who will come last

WCC Election News from the Campaign Trail; Magical Thinking, the Art of Pork Barreling, Policy MIA, Transport War
News, Politics, Wellington City Council

WCC Election News from the Campaign Trail; Magical Thinking, the Art of Pork Barreling, Policy MIA, Transport War

Are you bored yet? This election campaign, that should now be in full swing, is one of the most boring … Continue reading WCC Election News from the Campaign Trail; Magical Thinking, the Art of Pork Barreling, Policy MIA, Transport War

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