Penalties and Investigations
Convictions could result in up to 10 years in prison and fines reaching €1 million. Employment issues and possible criminal investigations are currently ongoing.
“Let me tell you, if the bill can’t be fixed up, it won’t be going ahead.”
Regional Listings and Political Opinions
More than half of the listings are located in Auckland. A political figure was described as Machiavellian, reflecting complex motivations.
“I eventually decided she was Machiavellian.”
Public Division and Media Critique
The public debate centers less on the chaotic behavior of TPM and more on who betrayed public trust more—the party or the media establishment. New Zealanders’ trust in media declines not only due to fake news but also because of how stories are presented.
“New Zealanders aren’t losing trust in media only because of fake news. It’s also because of how stories are framed.”
“By not mentioning Paul Stevens’ activist past, The Press turned a partisan voice into a supposed neutral authority.”
Challenges in Science and Politics
Understanding spiritual concepts within a regulatory scientific framework is extremely challenging. A recent resignation sparked discussions on whether women in politics suffer due to prejudice or performance, and how claims of harm impact accountability.
“It’s incredibly difficult to get your head around what basically spiritual concepts [are doing] inside a regulatory scientific regime.”
Author’s Summary
This text highlights ongoing legal and political challenges, declining media trust in New Zealand, and the complex interaction between spirituality, science, and gender bias in politics.