OnThePaepae
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Aotearoa New Zealand
It's me from the tweetx.
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Aotearoa New Zealand
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Who cut the $1000 Kickstarter? National
Who reduced the minimum contribution to 3%? National
Who reduced the member tax credit from $1040 to $521? National
Who then reduced the same member tax credit from $521 to $260.72? National.
Don't believe National on Kiwisaver.
#nzpol
Who reduced the minimum contribution to 3%? National
Who reduced the member tax credit from $1040 to $521? National
Who then reduced the same member tax credit from $521 to $260.72? National.
Don't believe National on Kiwisaver.
#nzpol
November 22, 2025 at 10:35 PM
Who cut the $1000 Kickstarter? National
Who reduced the minimum contribution to 3%? National
Who reduced the member tax credit from $1040 to $521? National
Who then reduced the same member tax credit from $521 to $260.72? National.
Don't believe National on Kiwisaver.
#nzpol
Who reduced the minimum contribution to 3%? National
Who reduced the member tax credit from $1040 to $521? National
Who then reduced the same member tax credit from $521 to $260.72? National.
Don't believe National on Kiwisaver.
#nzpol
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“We have a government willing to reshape constitutional understandings without genuine consultation, careful process, or respect for long-standing norms.” — Mark Feary.
The slow demolition of our democracy | E-Tangata
“We have a government willing to reshape constitutional understandings without genuine consultation, careful process, or respect for long-standing norms.” — Mark Feary.
e-tangata.co.nz
November 15, 2025 at 9:06 PM
“We have a government willing to reshape constitutional understandings without genuine consultation, careful process, or respect for long-standing norms.” — Mark Feary.
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"I wondered if Bari Weiss was burning Family Ties reels on the Paramount lot." sarahkendzior.substack.com/p/when-i-lov...
When I Loved New York
Will Mamdani bring back the city I remember? Can anyone?
sarahkendzior.substack.com
November 8, 2025 at 1:52 PM
"I wondered if Bari Weiss was burning Family Ties reels on the Paramount lot." sarahkendzior.substack.com/p/when-i-lov...
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EXCLUSIVE: One Saturday afternoon in October, my phone lit up with a notification.
I glanced down at the message.
“Anna, Lindsey Halligan here,” it began.
So began my text exchange with the woman who is prosecuting the president's perceived political enemies.
www.lawfaremedia.org/article/anna...
I glanced down at the message.
“Anna, Lindsey Halligan here,” it began.
So began my text exchange with the woman who is prosecuting the president's perceived political enemies.
www.lawfaremedia.org/article/anna...
October 20, 2025 at 10:09 PM
EXCLUSIVE: One Saturday afternoon in October, my phone lit up with a notification.
I glanced down at the message.
“Anna, Lindsey Halligan here,” it began.
So began my text exchange with the woman who is prosecuting the president's perceived political enemies.
www.lawfaremedia.org/article/anna...
I glanced down at the message.
“Anna, Lindsey Halligan here,” it began.
So began my text exchange with the woman who is prosecuting the president's perceived political enemies.
www.lawfaremedia.org/article/anna...
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M Gessen in NY Times is an essential read, in my view.
Today's column on United Nations special rapporteur for the occupied Palestinian territories, Francesca Albanese, denials of genocide, and the sanctions she faces personally, as a result of highlighting it, is sobering.
And Trump's US v ICC.
Today's column on United Nations special rapporteur for the occupied Palestinian territories, Francesca Albanese, denials of genocide, and the sanctions she faces personally, as a result of highlighting it, is sobering.
And Trump's US v ICC.
Opinion | Her Optimism Has Won Her Some of the Most Powerful Enemies in the World
www.nytimes.com
October 18, 2025 at 2:19 AM
M Gessen in NY Times is an essential read, in my view.
Today's column on United Nations special rapporteur for the occupied Palestinian territories, Francesca Albanese, denials of genocide, and the sanctions she faces personally, as a result of highlighting it, is sobering.
And Trump's US v ICC.
Today's column on United Nations special rapporteur for the occupied Palestinian territories, Francesca Albanese, denials of genocide, and the sanctions she faces personally, as a result of highlighting it, is sobering.
And Trump's US v ICC.
I'm re-reading John Grisham's thriller THE FIRM ... and as usual with reading for pleasure, the errors jump out.
#WoeBetide life as an editor.
#WoeBetide life as an editor.
October 14, 2025 at 8:59 AM
I'm re-reading John Grisham's thriller THE FIRM ... and as usual with reading for pleasure, the errors jump out.
#WoeBetide life as an editor.
#WoeBetide life as an editor.
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His slip of the tongue reveals who’s really in charge. trib.al/mIvP0yE
“Illinois governor says we’re provoking actions that are unlawful,” Miller said on CNN. “If I put federal law enforcement and National Guard into a nice sleepy Southern town, is anyone gonna riot?”
“Illinois governor says we’re provoking actions that are unlawful,” Miller said on CNN. “If I put federal law enforcement and National Guard into a nice sleepy Southern town, is anyone gonna riot?”
October 10, 2025 at 9:42 PM
His slip of the tongue reveals who’s really in charge. trib.al/mIvP0yE
“Illinois governor says we’re provoking actions that are unlawful,” Miller said on CNN. “If I put federal law enforcement and National Guard into a nice sleepy Southern town, is anyone gonna riot?”
“Illinois governor says we’re provoking actions that are unlawful,” Miller said on CNN. “If I put federal law enforcement and National Guard into a nice sleepy Southern town, is anyone gonna riot?”
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So we remain vigilant & deeply grateful to our allies.
For Signal, Chat Control is an existential threat. If we were *forced* to choose between building surveillance into our services or keeping our integrity, we would choose integrity & leave the market. We hope it never comes to this. 7/
For Signal, Chat Control is an existential threat. If we were *forced* to choose between building surveillance into our services or keeping our integrity, we would choose integrity & leave the market. We hope it never comes to this. 7/
October 9, 2025 at 11:40 AM
So we remain vigilant & deeply grateful to our allies.
For Signal, Chat Control is an existential threat. If we were *forced* to choose between building surveillance into our services or keeping our integrity, we would choose integrity & leave the market. We hope it never comes to this. 7/
For Signal, Chat Control is an existential threat. If we were *forced* to choose between building surveillance into our services or keeping our integrity, we would choose integrity & leave the market. We hope it never comes to this. 7/
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#ChatControl is dead for now.
But we must keep fighting. 💪 All Things Secured interviewed Hanna on the current status of Chat Control, whether it's coming back, and why you should care - even if you're not in the EU.
➡️ Check it out: www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8hI...
But we must keep fighting. 💪 All Things Secured interviewed Hanna on the current status of Chat Control, whether it's coming back, and why you should care - even if you're not in the EU.
➡️ Check it out: www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8hI...
Privacy Almost Died. Germany Saved It (Chat Control Explained)
YouTube video by All Things Secured
www.youtube.com
October 10, 2025 at 2:22 PM
#ChatControl is dead for now.
But we must keep fighting. 💪 All Things Secured interviewed Hanna on the current status of Chat Control, whether it's coming back, and why you should care - even if you're not in the EU.
➡️ Check it out: www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8hI...
But we must keep fighting. 💪 All Things Secured interviewed Hanna on the current status of Chat Control, whether it's coming back, and why you should care - even if you're not in the EU.
➡️ Check it out: www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8hI...
Went to Teddy Swinns performing at Spark Arena tonight. What a very gracious and hard working artist he is. Big voice, big sound. Well worth going to see him if you get the chance.
October 9, 2025 at 10:21 AM
Went to Teddy Swinns performing at Spark Arena tonight. What a very gracious and hard working artist he is. Big voice, big sound. Well worth going to see him if you get the chance.
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We are alarmed as well. If you are in Germany, write to your representatives. You'll find the email addresses here: 👉 tuta.com/blog/chat-co...
October 3, 2025 at 6:19 PM
We are alarmed as well. If you are in Germany, write to your representatives. You'll find the email addresses here: 👉 tuta.com/blog/chat-co...
Good article/interview here -- George Clooney
What’s Eating George Clooney?
He’s having a career for the ages. He has two adorable kids, a brilliant and beautiful wife, plenty of money, and still has his hair. There’s just one problem.
www.esquire.com
October 7, 2025 at 5:07 AM
Good article/interview here -- George Clooney
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Our reporting on how MAHA influencers radicalize people is now up on the @nytimes.com YouTube page.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTpf...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTpf...
You Might Have Already Fallen for MAHA’s Conspiracy Theories
YouTube video by New York Times Opinion
www.youtube.com
October 4, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Our reporting on how MAHA influencers radicalize people is now up on the @nytimes.com YouTube page.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTpf...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTpf...
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If an incumbent councillor running in 2025 claims they support Māori wards please check receipts - there was a councillor vote on Māori wards in 2023. 11 voted against, & most are seeking your vote again - Fletcher, Lee, K Turner, Williamson, Baker, Newman, Walker, Watson: all said no.
October 2, 2025 at 11:26 PM
If an incumbent councillor running in 2025 claims they support Māori wards please check receipts - there was a councillor vote on Māori wards in 2023. 11 voted against, & most are seeking your vote again - Fletcher, Lee, K Turner, Williamson, Baker, Newman, Walker, Watson: all said no.
I finished Lauren Southern’s book ‘This Is Not Real Life’ last night & you know what?
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND it, seriously.
It’s a fascinating insider’s account of the origins of online influence. Her own shallow part in it.
I was impressed with her candour, analysis & self criticism. A very good read.
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND it, seriously.
It’s a fascinating insider’s account of the origins of online influence. Her own shallow part in it.
I was impressed with her candour, analysis & self criticism. A very good read.
September 29, 2025 at 8:32 PM
I finished Lauren Southern’s book ‘This Is Not Real Life’ last night & you know what?
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND it, seriously.
It’s a fascinating insider’s account of the origins of online influence. Her own shallow part in it.
I was impressed with her candour, analysis & self criticism. A very good read.
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND it, seriously.
It’s a fascinating insider’s account of the origins of online influence. Her own shallow part in it.
I was impressed with her candour, analysis & self criticism. A very good read.
I just watched the Stuff Circuit Fire and Fury documentary again. Very dark.
I was struck by how careful Paula Penfold's language was. Likewise, Kate Hannah, Khylee Quince & other experts' contributions were… tight.
But how incendiary, hateful & violent the agitprop groups (not just VFF) were.
I was struck by how careful Paula Penfold's language was. Likewise, Kate Hannah, Khylee Quince & other experts' contributions were… tight.
But how incendiary, hateful & violent the agitprop groups (not just VFF) were.
Might be something in interactives.stuff.co.nz/2022/08/circ...
Fire and Fury
The mainstreaming of violence and misinformation. Who’s driving a new, aggro New Zealand where death threats are commonplace and nobody can be trusted? How Fire & Fury are dragging everyday New Zealan...
interactives.stuff.co.nz
September 28, 2025 at 3:01 AM
I just watched the Stuff Circuit Fire and Fury documentary again. Very dark.
I was struck by how careful Paula Penfold's language was. Likewise, Kate Hannah, Khylee Quince & other experts' contributions were… tight.
But how incendiary, hateful & violent the agitprop groups (not just VFF) were.
I was struck by how careful Paula Penfold's language was. Likewise, Kate Hannah, Khylee Quince & other experts' contributions were… tight.
But how incendiary, hateful & violent the agitprop groups (not just VFF) were.
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Every wanker who had ‘stop 3 waters’ signs up should pay for the rates increases.
September 28, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Every wanker who had ‘stop 3 waters’ signs up should pay for the rates increases.
Packing for another trip, and, gee, my wife's Sony noise cancelling headphone are much more compact than mine.
Admittedly, that's a third-party hard case I have for the Airpods Max, and yeah (very unlike Apple), there's some wasted space – but even so.
Admittedly, that's a third-party hard case I have for the Airpods Max, and yeah (very unlike Apple), there's some wasted space – but even so.
September 27, 2025 at 1:33 AM
Packing for another trip, and, gee, my wife's Sony noise cancelling headphone are much more compact than mine.
Admittedly, that's a third-party hard case I have for the Airpods Max, and yeah (very unlike Apple), there's some wasted space – but even so.
Admittedly, that's a third-party hard case I have for the Airpods Max, and yeah (very unlike Apple), there's some wasted space – but even so.
Re the political 'right' seeking to disenfranchise citizens & residents less likely to vote for them -- viz. Paul Goldsmith's sleazy 'Election Amendment Bill', and Luxon's ill-advised/clumsy attempt to influence the Electoral Commission -- I am reminded of how frothy Matthew Hooton got back in 2017…
Why is Matthew Hooton SO UPSET at efforts to increase voter turnout? (AUDIO) | The Paepae
www.thepaepae.com
September 26, 2025 at 11:50 PM
Re the political 'right' seeking to disenfranchise citizens & residents less likely to vote for them -- viz. Paul Goldsmith's sleazy 'Election Amendment Bill', and Luxon's ill-advised/clumsy attempt to influence the Electoral Commission -- I am reminded of how frothy Matthew Hooton got back in 2017…
Good message from Scott @profgalloway.com here. All my dogs have been either re-homed (no dramas, just we were a better option) or SPCA specials.
Loss? Oh yes, I grieve them. Hard.
But I long ago realised that every dog we've had has given us far, far more than it has taken.
Loss? Oh yes, I grieve them. Hard.
But I long ago realised that every dog we've had has given us far, far more than it has taken.
With pet shelters overwhelmed, @profgalloway.com makes his case for adopting a rescue dog.
Watch the latest episode of Pivot on YouTube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts.
Watch the latest episode of Pivot on YouTube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts.
September 26, 2025 at 9:57 PM
Good message from Scott @profgalloway.com here. All my dogs have been either re-homed (no dramas, just we were a better option) or SPCA specials.
Loss? Oh yes, I grieve them. Hard.
But I long ago realised that every dog we've had has given us far, far more than it has taken.
Loss? Oh yes, I grieve them. Hard.
But I long ago realised that every dog we've had has given us far, far more than it has taken.
You know, “The Prime Minister was reflecting New Zealanders’ views on the core role of the Electoral Commission” is not very far from the Trumpian "A lot of people are saying…"
As in "A lot of people are saying, 'maybe we'd like a dictator' "
A heroic reach for non-existent sentiment.
#Shame
As in "A lot of people are saying, 'maybe we'd like a dictator' "
A heroic reach for non-existent sentiment.
#Shame
He blames us for everything! #NZPol
A spokesman for the Prime Minister said: “The Prime Minister was reflecting New Zealanders’ views on the core role of the Electoral Commission.”
A spokesman for the Prime Minister said: “The Prime Minister was reflecting New Zealanders’ views on the core role of the Electoral Commission.”
'He should know better': Luxon's comments about independent agency under scrutiny
PM says the Electoral Commission should 'move heaven and earth' to count votes quickly.
www.nzherald.co.nz
September 26, 2025 at 8:03 AM
You know, “The Prime Minister was reflecting New Zealanders’ views on the core role of the Electoral Commission” is not very far from the Trumpian "A lot of people are saying…"
As in "A lot of people are saying, 'maybe we'd like a dictator' "
A heroic reach for non-existent sentiment.
#Shame
As in "A lot of people are saying, 'maybe we'd like a dictator' "
A heroic reach for non-existent sentiment.
#Shame
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I would normally be horrified about someone releasing a video to talk about being indicted but this is pretty disciplined.
September 26, 2025 at 12:28 AM
I would normally be horrified about someone releasing a video to talk about being indicted but this is pretty disciplined.