Matthew Hooton
Matthew Hooton has more than 30 years’ experience in political and corporate strategy, including the National and Act parties.
Matthew Hooton has more than 30 years’ experience in political and corporate communications and strategy for clients in Australasia, Asia, Europe and North America, including the National and Act parties and the Mayor of Auckland.
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Matthew Hooton: Political puffery or disinformation? Hipkins' credibility dented in policy bonfire
Maybe those battling false narratives should try looking at some Government claims.
Matthew Hooton: Is the Tauranga byelection bad for everyone?
The vote isn't just about winning - it's about getting the numbers to stay credible.
Hooton: I've known Muller for 30 years. He was the only choice
COMMENT: National's private and public polling is disastrous.
Matthew Hooton: Simon Bridges' leadership beyond salvaging
National must find a replacement who the public might at least listen to.
Comment: Bridges speaks frankly in private, he's also proven himself in crisis
Comment: National's leader finally looked prime ministerial.