This review of ‘Conversations about our country with Jim Bolger’ by David Cohen was first published in the ‘NZ International Review’ .
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Jim Bolger
Remembering Jim Bolger: A decent man, a fascinating political mix, a tough negotiator
With the passing of Jim Bolger, New Zealand has lost a politician defined by another era, but who helped usher in the modern age of coalitions and managers. A politician who was never popular but who has become increasingly admired
Read MoreSimon Bridges' Treaty settlement tweet may foresee the future – for better or worse
Is the Ihumatao protest a turning point in our race relations, where our understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi – and the promise of ‘full and final’ settlements – gets re-evaluated and overhauled?
Read MoreBolger and Neoliberalism
If Jim Bolger now opposes Ruthanasia, why did he preside over its implementation?
Read MoreWait or go? The big choice for the substitute Prime Minister with a tail wind
Despite the polls, an English win at next year's election would be an historic achievement. Which makes the choice of when to go to the country, so very important
Read MoreIs it the right time to sell assets? Lessons from the past
Even if you think it's smart to stimulate the sharemarket and create some capital, is it the right time to sell portions of our state assets? It's a telling question and you'll be surprised who asked it
Read MoreDivine intervention and the Key welfare agenda
Comments from the Prime Minister suggest that the government's willingness to act tough on welfare may go a lot further than many expect
Read MoreMMP referendum -- Power levels the playing field
MMP could have been overwhelmed by nay-sayers, but Simon Power's process will make for a fairer referendum, mimicing Jim Bolger in the 1990s
Read MoreOn a wing and no prayer—at least not in public
President Obama has decided public prayer is not for him, stirring an unholy row with the Republican right. Meanwhile, the news delivers excellent examples of the dangers of mixing Church and State
Read MoreCan John Key become the Great Preparer?
Jon argues that 2008 is rife for preparatory leadership, but wonders whether National's small-target political strategy has blunted Jon Key's ability to deliver it.
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