Bryce Edwards is a lecturer in Politics at Victoria University
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Political Roundup: National's unsatisfactory exoneration of Sam Uffindell
OPINION: It raises questions about the party's own integrity and transparency.
Uffindell scandal raises big integrity questions for National
OPINION: National's opponents will need to tread carefully in dealing with this scandal.
Political Roundup: NZ's worst performing politicians
COMMENT: A few surprises here among the more obvious fails.
Political Roundup: Pulling teeth - the fight for free dental care
COMMENT: Last year 7000 children required hospital dental treatment.
Who gets to decide if Simon Bridges is 'Maori enough?'
COMMENT: Questioning his "Maori-ness" will backfire on public.
Political Roundup: Amy Adams – the compromise candidate
Comment: As National well knows, being the most popular doesn't guarantee victory.
Political Roundup: Why Bridges is Nats' best bet
COMMENT: Despite his flaws, many commentators regard him as the best bet for National.
Why Parliament is so conservative on cannabis
COMMENT: Bryce Edwards looks at Chloe Swarbrick's failed bill.
Tonight's leaders debate: Who will be the real winner?
One of the most interesting measures of success might be how many viewers tune in.