Hidesight: For political success, set low expectations
For John Key, if it felt good – and sounded good – then it was good policy.
John Key resigned after eight years as our most popular prime minister. He came in on a high and he stayed there.
There are many aspects to his great success but policy is of the most interest. It’s what government does that determines a nation’s success.
Mr Key perfectly reflected the middle
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