pn784. Perhaps David Seymour should lead the National Party

Judith and David

There's room for criticism of the government from the opposition, even while we need to remain united against Covid-19. 

 But there's criticism that is directed and helpful, and criticism that sounds more like moaning.   

Two examples of fair criticism were provided today by Maori Party co-leader Debbie Ngarewa Packer and ACT leader David Seymour.  The "moaning" predictably —because it seems to be her style or even her temperament— came from National leader Judith Collins.  

Debbie Ngarewa Packer accused the government of withholding/delaying key information to Māori such as locations of interest.

 David Seymour questioned the slow turn out of vaccines wondering if we had a sufficient supply to last more than five days, and uncertainty about essential services, wondering why butchers were closed down. 

Judith Collins also spoke of the relatively slow rate of vaccinations (over 70% have now have received or booked their first jab) but she couldn't resist a jab (pun intended) at government. She said it's not enough for the PM to speak from the podium at 1pm daily. "New Zealanders don't need sermons.  We need vaccines in arms right now."   

I like Seymour positive criticism —though I'll never vote ACT —and dislike Collins' constant personal remarks and negativity. I won't be voting National either.

-- ACW