Ardern to step down February

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Liar? She's no liar. At the time she made the statement she had no intention of stepping down. She has changed her mind. So what? We are all entitled to do that, even prime ministers...

My take on the situation is that the Xmas break away from parliament gave her the opportunity to reevaluate what her effects her PM ship was having on her and her family. That realisation of her circumstances worsening as she embarked on an election campaign resulted in a decision to prioritise herself and her family. No different to any individual that overnight makes the decision to exit their employment, lifestyle or marital situation. Jacinda had just reached her limit of dealing with the negative aspects of her position and their effect on her life. She can walk away from the toxicity with her head held high knowing she gave 110% to NZers in what were unprecedentedly difficult circumstances.