Soos
@soosforpeace.bsky.social
Scientist with political bent. Socialist. Humanist. A society can't thrive unless we look after everyone and everything on this planet.
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At a time when the government is taking away jobseeker benefits from 18- & 19-year-olds, Stats NZ recorded a 22.6% increase in the cost of tertiary education. The government has halved support for apprentices. It is another symbol of a government that is out of touch
October 19, 2025 at 10:18 PM
At a time when the government is taking away jobseeker benefits from 18- & 19-year-olds, Stats NZ recorded a 22.6% increase in the cost of tertiary education. The government has halved support for apprentices. It is another symbol of a government that is out of touch
Who would use the word "folk" in New Zealand? Only someone who is deeply influenced by the US.
September 28, 2025 at 2:54 AM
Who would use the word "folk" in New Zealand? Only someone who is deeply influenced by the US.
He just can't help his need to grandstand. Deeply embarrassing.
September 26, 2025 at 10:54 PM
He just can't help his need to grandstand. Deeply embarrassing.
Just a deep embarrassment for New Zealand. We used to be leaders once, now we are just sycophants to ideology.
September 26, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Just a deep embarrassment for New Zealand. We used to be leaders once, now we are just sycophants to ideology.
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Labour borrowed to save lives, invest in infrastructure, healthcare, education etc. National's borrowings are going to fossil fuel companies, tobacco, landlords, tax cuts. The former provides return on investment & helps the economy - the latter is depletive
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August 19, 2025 at 10:07 PM