a year into 3-party coalition government, can the centre hold?
- Written by Richard Shaw, Professor of Politics, Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa – Massey University
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Nearly a year on from its formation, it’s clear a three-party coalition is not quite the same as the two-party versions New Zealand is accustomed to.
Normally, the primary dynamic has been clear: the major party sets the pace while the smaller governing partner receives a bauble or two for supporting the lead act. There may be...
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