Hard News: Last Words
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Yup that’s what I chose
greens
local Labour guy
mmp
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merc, in reply to
You make a point and I lightened up with a little giggle, thanks for that.
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Hebe, in reply to
A vote against Labour is as good as a vote for National
Nonsense. My way or the highway huh?
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JLM, in reply to
Craig, you have no idea how inordinately happy I felt when I read this. You rock!
I did a happy, waving-hands-in-the-air dance too.
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Steve Barnes, in reply to
Nonsense. My way or the highway huh?
Not at all, if you want your vote to be a protest vote against National not Labour. I would vote for a stinking pile of poo if it would get rid of National, they are Cuthullull's little helpers.
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thegirlstefan, in reply to
yup same for me:
Greens for party
Annette King (I live in Rongotai)
MMP
STV (2nd choice)It'll be interesting to see the data behind the upsurge in early votes, and also if the Green-initiated campaign to engage eligible voters who aren't enrolled works out
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Islander, in reply to
+1 Isaac-
what also bothers me about Labour Party organisation, is the general misogyny and overt racism found in (2) local organisations. Seems we going to have wait until
the dinosaurs die off before other people can contribute (and I'm in my mid-60s for goodness' sake!)So, a Green party vote from me - first time I've ever done that-(other family have done so in the past.)
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Steve Barnes, in reply to
how do you vote against a political party? I would like to vote against National if I may.
Vote Labour, vote early and vote often...
Vote Labour Vote Labour Vote Labour Vote Labour Vote Labour Vote Labour Vote Labour Vote Labour and/or Greens. -
Brent Jackson, in reply to
A vote against Labour is as good as a vote for National ...
You're either for us, or against us ...
That's not the way MMP works.
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Kracklite, in reply to
Your little protest could mean we get National again. And your argument? that they didn’t do what you wanted whilst in opposition.
Correct. If a party does not represent me, then they do not earn, let alone own my vote.
A vote against Labour is as good as a vote for National and these people are dangerous.
Does “You’re either with us or against us” ring any bells? That not-so-latent authoritarianism and sense of entitlement can exist anywhere, painted red or blue.
I would vote for a stinking pile of poo
Be careful what you wish for.
In any case, your attempt at blackmail makes sense only if Labour is the only opposition party under a FPP system, which is not the case.
Brent: Snap.
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tussock, in reply to
I would like to vote against National if I may.
Technically, any vote for a party that crosses the threshold or wins an electorate other than them is a vote against National. They want 61+ MPs, and every other list MP elected before their 61st works against them.
Edit: Oh, and Green, the local Sue Coutts so she gets the refund (very safe National seat), Keep MMP, and STV.
Be nice if the MMP review can get us PV or STV seats, no threshold (well, first divisor 1.4 I suppose) and maybe even a few less list MPs. But that's later.
Two ticks entrenched? So the nats push through SM. Bah.
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martinb, in reply to
I agree with you on the broadcasting policy- but respectfully disagree about the GST off fruit and veges. We are feeling the full force of the fast food advertising dollar. Any step in the right direction will help. Here's I/S view on NoRightTurn.
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Craig Ranapia, in reply to
Correct. If a party does not represent me, then they do not earn, let alone own my vote.
The “left” is not Labour’s bitch. The “right” is not National’s bitch. The center don’t have to take big party cock from either end – it can be as electorally slutty as it pleases.
Not rocket science, people.
Now, can we stick a fucking fork in FPP-style “born to rule” prickery because it’s not only done, it’s maggoty and beginning to reek.
Have a good one tomorrow, folks. But if the outcome isn't to your liking, at least try to pay due respect to the free, fair and credible general election that's going to happen tomorrow. Especially if you don't like the outcome.
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martinb, in reply to
Yeh- I voted Green in 1999. I haven't since as I thought they should have been promoting the core green message of how beneficial being genuine not token with our environmentalism could be. Rather than a little bit of marijuana,anti- chicken hormones, anti-American imperialism etc and hooshed together, though each may have its merits.
Now they are trying to mainstream Green politics I can't bring myself to trust Russell Norman. There was something saint-like about Donald and Fitzsimmons. I'm not yet convinced by the current crop there.
Appearing on this thread is also the slight hint of tactical voting for Winston. Considering this. It is not a nice thought, but which other party can concievably have a real shot at preventing asset sales?
Also 4 % of the non-Nat vote would be a lot to waste. I think the opposition will be stronger with Winston in it. There are some National cabinet ministers who really need an introduction to some firebrand opposition politics. The man can answer a question, even if he doesn't have an answer written out for him by Steve Joyce. but not sure that I'll be able to vote for him on the day.
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I think Labour, being a broad organisation has some people that don't realise they have to earn every vote, and a lot of sincere capable hard working people who do.
I think also that a Norman/Turei Greens party is a much easier sell to be a partner in government for the right of the Labour party than Tanzcos/Locke/Bradford etc.
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Rich of Observationz, in reply to
Polling here. FPP is ahead, the polls differ on the tailender. SM or PV, anyway - toss a coin for which..
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Islander, in reply to
+1 - and thanks Craig-
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JacksonP, in reply to
Polling here. FPP is ahead, the polls differ on the tailender. SM or PV, anyway – toss a coin for which..
You gave me a fright. You mean it's ahead if the referendum is for change. Which at the moment seems unlikely. Keep MMP 54.4%. Change 35%, 10% Undecided.
It made more sense after I read David's comment earlier of course.
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Oh god, I CAN"T DECIDE between Greens and Labour for my party vote. I just can't. If I want to see someone on the Labour List get into parliament (I think he's 33 or something), I have to vote Labour, don't I? Don't I?
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Given how many seem to be interested in voting Green, the Campbell Live story introducing their list members might be helpful. Embedded clip not loading properly for me right now so I can't tell you how long it is.
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Sacha, in reply to
Someone might be able to clarify the latest numbers, but a whole lot more people than you will have to vote Labour before some talented members of their lower list get a look in.
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Sacha, in reply to
A vote against Labour is as good as a vote for National
you are aware we're no longer using FPP, right.
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Sacha, in reply to
which other party can concievably have a real shot at preventing asset sales?
Te Greens, in short.
I haven't paid enough attention to the Maori Party's pronouncements but it sounds like they may support sales in exchange for some iwi preference.
And from his track record I wouldnt trust Winnie as far as I could spit. Despite what seems like a strong core belief against sales who's to say he wouldn't be bought off with foreign restrictions and an offer of being Treasurer with limo and other ego-stroking baubles?
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JLM, in reply to
Edit: Oh, and Green, the local Sue Coutts so she gets the refund (very safe National seat), Keep MMP, and STV.
Thank you Tussock. I wonder how much of an extra sympathy vote Sue gets because of that shafting QLDC gave to Wanaka Wastebusters.
Even more votes I suspect because she has been an energetic and appealing candidate. Hope it translates to party votes.
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JLM, in reply to
I have to vote Labour, don’t I? Don’t I?
I think you can do it with pride after the policy in that campaign. Much as I would like to see James Shaw, David Hay and Rick Leckinger become MPs, I don't think it matters too much ultimately how the votes and seats on the left are arranged. So just vote for who you want to - you don't even have to tell.
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