Matthew Hooton
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Matthew Hooton: Political puffery or disinformation? Hipkins' credibility dented in policy bonfire
Maybe those battling false narratives should try looking at some Government claims.
Matthew Hooton: Is the Tauranga byelection bad for everyone?
The vote isn't just about winning - it's about getting the numbers to stay credible.
Hooton: I've known Muller for 30 years. He was the only choice
COMMENT: National's private and public polling is disastrous.
Matthew Hooton: Simon Bridges' leadership beyond salvaging
National must find a replacement who the public might at least listen to.
Comment: Bridges speaks frankly in private, he's also proven himself in crisis
Comment: National's leader finally looked prime ministerial.