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The refugee quota got doubled, but what can be done in a COVID-19 world? Three important refugee topics for the 2020 election. You may be forgiven for thinking the refugee…

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What would a Green New Deal look like in Aotearoa?

Jess Berentson-Shaw

And what are the preconditions for achieving it? Top-down solution building is the work of yesterday, not the work for today, or the future. A people-centred Green New Deal could…

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Māori Housing Issues in Election 2020

Jade Kake

The big issue of 2020 – COVID-19 – has sharply exposed the disparities between Māori and non-Māori, with access to adequate and affordable housing remaining a critical issue for whānau…

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Benefits: The Unkindest Politics of All

Jeremy Rose

Jeremy Rose analyses the social welfare policies of Ardern’s Labour-led Government and other prospective parties. Jacinda Ardern launched Labour’s 2017 campaign by quoting former Labour prime minister Norman Kirk as…

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Benefits Policy Panel Discussion Video

Jeremy Rose

Welcome to the Dig’s Panel discussion on Benefits Watch the video featuring our knowledgeable and passionate panelists. You can also take part in the ScoopCitizen survey below, or ask any…

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