Thursday, November 6, 2008

Letter to the Ed

Kiwi for change?

With the world watching the US elections it seems the excitement of change has extended across the mighty oceans to the Land of the Long White Cloud. Perhaps there is a sense of hope in the air, that we can at last after nine years of Labour doing its best, look ahead now to change for Kiwis too. Perhaps it is time for new leadership and new leaders that can take this country that one step further ahead. It has been exciting knowing there is an opportunity for that to happen in New Zealand. The Kiwi Party has been that bit of hope for me – it is exciting to know that there are still people out there fighting at a grass roots level to keep this nation a place to proudly call home. As a new party candidate I know there are many steps ahead to establishing common sense and timeless kiwi values in government – but this election is that first step. Over the last few months of campaigning I have been inspired by the many supporters, donating a few dollars or a bit of time delivering pamphlets and putting up signs and taking part in something that brings us all a bit of hope. Thank you. It is something worthy of defending. Something worthy of fighting for. It has been a pleasure playing a small part in the peoples Kiwi Party and I would welcome the opportunity to serve refining and adjusting our laws in parliament so Kiwis are encouraged, empowered and their burdens lightened as we move forward with the next generation. We live in exciting times and I want to encourage you join me in remembering that vision we have. I’m ready for change – I’ll be voting Kiwi.

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Letter to the Editor - why I'm voting

Dear Ed,

 

We are now in the final stretch and I have been asked many times ‘ how do you think it will go?’ I have enjoyed every minute of this campaigning – the discussions, debates, conversations, research, policy development and redevelopment has added much.

 

The Kiwi Party started because Kiwis wanted something more than was being offered at this level.

 

I was shown there was a need for morality, values and truth in our laws again. There needed to be a balance of mercy and justice. There needed to be a voice for the people again, rather than the politicians.

 

I just wrote a commentary on all the political parties, why I have chosen personally not to vote for them... and deleted it. I want to encourage you to do the same. You may be shocked at what draws you or propels you from them.

 

This election we have the opportunity to be informed, read the policy, examine the people who are asking to lead us, and stand up for who we believe represents what is best for us – not necessarily what we want to hear.

 

I want to encourage you to be wise and aware. What we are doing now will be brought to fruition in the next 10-15 years and the rewards or consequences will be felt then. We must be careful, always thinking of the long term vision we hold for this nation, and take the steps now to achieve them.

I would take every opportunity to play a part in that, including the first step of voting, fully informed, this election.

 

The Kiwi Party is the first step to change. It is an opportunity to stand for something.

I will be voting for the Kiwi Party because I believe in the people that have built it and the foundation of truth that it is based on – Judeo Christian values, the timeless values the Kiwi soldiers fought to preserve years ago. Join me – Vote Kiwi