Christopher Luxon, National’s Leader, wants to change the reputation of the centre-right as someone who cares more about the economy than those in poverty and the environment.
During a speech at National’s retreat in Queenstown, he made these comments.
He claims that the lower rungs are falling apart and that people don’t have equal opportunities.
Sue Bradford, a social activist and former Green MP, says she was “astonished” by the comments.
Corin Dann was the first to hear her.
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