Undercurrents Ep. #1: Why is Luxon's government so unpopular?

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Undercurrents Ep. #1: Why is Luxon's government so unpopular?
The governing National Party has polled under 30% in two recent opinion polls, while prime minister Christopher Luxon's approval rating continues to fall.

Stream the first episode of Public Interest's fortnightly current affairs show, Undercurrents.

Never before in New Zealand history has there been a one-term National government. Every time a National led government has been elected, it has gone on to win a second, third or even a fourth term in power. But this year might be different.

If the opinion polls are to be believed, the National-Act-NZ First coalition government led by Christopher Luxon could be headed toward what would be a historic loss at the general election in November.

So, what’s really going on here? Why is the government so unpopular? And what does the left need to do to seize the moment?

We unpack these questions and more in our first episode of Undercurrents, where you'll hear from ActionStation director Kassie Hartendorp, campaigner and unionist Jack McDonald, and union organiser Justine Sachs – in conversation with Ollie Neas.

Watch the episode below or view the full transcript here. Subscribe to stay updated about future episodes.

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