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The Nature of Political Power
An update on progress and a personal anecdote about an exchange that I had over dinner with the former Lord Chancellor in Tony Blair's government…
Philip Crump
Jun 16
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From Comrade to Dame in a New York Minute
Being a socialist and a closet republican didn't prevent former PM Ardern from accepting a damehood and making possibly the fastest transition from…
Philip Crump
Jun 13
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EPA recommends a model of co-governance which 'may set the lawyers hair on fire'
Out of public view, the EPA is implementing a co-governance model which its Chief Executive, Allan Freeth, describes as "quite radical".
Philip Crump
Jun 11
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Minister Awaits Review into DOC Funding Hole
Multiple reviews are examining options to address a $25M to $40M funding hole in its operating budget and a reported $300M, 70,000 hour maintenance…
Philip Crump
May 30
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John Tamihere and the Waipareira Trust
The Charities Services decision to require the Waipareira Trust to claw back $385,000 of interest-free loans from John Tamihere brings renewed attention…
Philip Crump
May 28
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Department of Conservation Hit By Funding Crisis
Alarm bells have been rung by the department after its Deputy Director-General for Operations warns, 'the initial view shows that we do not have…
Philip Crump
May 25
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Are Political Parties Too Tribal? Assessing the Impact on Democracy and the Escalation of Polarization
Political parties have historically played a crucial role in organising political representation, but their drawbacks cannot be ignored.
Philip Crump
May 14
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Realpolitik and New Zealand's Relationship with the Crown
While New Zealand's transition to a republic may seem inevitable, the influence of realpolitik could potentially dictate otherwise.
Philip Crump
May 9
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Meka Whaitiri's Departure from the Labour Party: A Wake-up Call for the Māori Caucus
The broader question posed by Whaitiri’s move is where the Māori caucus is more effective: inside or outside Labour?
Philip Crump
May 7
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Act's Libertarianism Comes Under Scrutiny with Van Velden's Bid for Auckland's Tāmaki Seat
Act's focus on incumbent Simon O'Connor's views on abortion exposes the limits of its philosophy and raises questions of political opportunism.
Philip Crump
May 1
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The National Party and Conservative Values: A Clash of Interests?
Freedom of expression applies not only to members of the public but also to their elected representatives.
Philip Crump
Apr 14
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Identity Politics and the Challenge to Conservatism
Kellie-Jay Keen's visit to New Zealand and the Prime Minister's inability to clearly articulate an answer to the question: 'What is a woman?' has seen…
Philip Crump
Apr 4
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