Democracy has spoken

[Lilith7]

"The morning after the election I felt a deep sense of relief that we can now all move forward again. "

Nicely spotted.  It is surprisingly easy to go forward if you're aiming to head downhill.

Its that sense of humour which helps us all survive the bleakest moments, well said R2x1!

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The poor have had a very hard time within and because of Labour's policies. There is every chance that things will now improve for everyone. The morning after the election I felt a deep sense of relief that we can now all move forward again.

The point is not how much wealth he has; its his attitude to wealth. Personally I find it impossible to comprehend how anyone in constant pursuit of a wealthy lifestyle can in all truth call themselves a Christian; their god was not a wealthy person according to their book, & didn't pursue wealth, instead spending time with those not overburdened with wealth. 
The constant pursuit of wealth seems to have an unhealthy aspect to it, at least these days.

The poor in this country have a very hard time due not to the policies of just one govt but to 40 odd years of greed based Neo Liberalism, practised by both Labour & National, imposed without consultation or warning.
THAT is what needs removing, & what will now be continued for at least three years & if ACT/National run true to far right form, then conditions will worsen significantly for those worst off, because poor bashing is what they do.

There is NO chance whatsoever that anything will improve for those already struggling. There will be no relief; National has already said its going to remove cost of living rises for those on benefits ( how the devil that could 'help' anyone is beyond belief) & they've also said they'll 'crack down' on beneficiaries. They clearly have zero intention of helping those worst off, & instead seem to want to make conditions even more difficult.
 Rather than a 'deep sense of relief' instead I have a deep sense of foreboding because experience makes it obvious that things will get very much worse.

My thoughts entirely.  Thanks you Lilith for expressing this so well.

I think there are a few people very concerned at the future possibilities now, particularly if ACT is involved. I suspect that any tiny advantages made for Maori may be out the window fairly swiftly, probably claiming 'equality' while ignoring reality.

Mind you had Labour got off its bum earlier & removed Neo Liberalism, we might not now be in such a mess. 
Ah well, c'est la vie. Dammit.