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NZ has a history of prominent public servants who were also outspoken public intellectuals – what’s changed?

  • Written by Grant Duncan, Associate Professor, School of People, Environment and Planning, Massey University
NZ has a history of prominent public servants who were also outspoken public intellectuals – what’s changed?Getty Images

It’s been a difficult time for senior public servants recently – at least it has been for those willing to express their political views publicly. One has been sacked, another offered his resignation, and yet another has been questioned by a parliamentary select committee.

In an election year perhaps we can expect...

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