Equality

As I’ve said before, equality is the cornestone of democracy. Being the only woman on the Western Bay of Plenty Council, I believe strongly about the need for all people to be treated equally. To participate in our democracy, we all have to take the risk of winning or losing when we stand for elected positions. Equality is the cornerstone of democracy.
 
I am fully aware of the social needs for many in our community, I love the work our Maori Wardens do, and local government works together with Government to achieve progress for those who are struggling too. But you cannot expect the ever-suffering ratepayer to solve all the ills of society. Ratepayers are being leaned on too much as it is. 

It is the Government’s responsibility, after all they are presently taxing everything on the pretext that they know best, but too many of these taxes are hurting the people they pretend to represent. 
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Twisted ideology on a number of issues is threatening the standard of living for all New Zealanders and there are people on limited incomes who are paying the price. Equality for all is vital, never forget that.