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David Cunliffe has outlined his plan for NZ's economy
if they become government.
He was invited by a right-wing think tank
to present Labour's economic policies,
and it was a chance to try and gain their vote.
A slightly delayed reaction
from a group with typically different political hues to his own.
David Cunliffe showed his economic prowess today,
remembering to include plans for post-settlement claims.
The specifics weren't detailed
but we'll release them in full in due time.
Despite sitting quietly at the back,
Jones has taken his fair share of the Labour limelight of late,
taking a swipe at Russel Norman and Judith Collins this week.
But his leader was quick to deny any limelight was stolen from him.
First and foresmost, we only have one leader
and we all support him.
He sets out the vision and we assist
in providing information on the details of his vision.
Labour can credit this moment in the spotlight to their leader
reminding the big players of his economic credentials.
As did his Maori Affairs spokesman.
However, Jones wasn't putting all his cards on the table
when probed about where the Maori Economy sits
under Labour's strategy.
Policies shouldn't be made exclusive of iwi runanga and fisheries.
There will be some policies
that will be released over the next few weeks
along with all the details.
Perhaps a more trying challenge for Cunliffe
lies in being overshadowed.
Peata Melbourne, Te Karere.