A reader believes politicians should do more to get voters to the polls. Photo / File
A reader believes politicians should do more to get voters to the polls. Photo / File
I feel scolded by politicians regarding the low turnout in recent elections, but their conceit appals me as it is the politicians themselves that are to blame. In my view, they are largely self-serving, lacking in the art of foot-slogging and by standing for office seem to think theyare doing me a favour.
Local election day is fast approaching and all I have seen are a few scruffy road signs and one or two open meetings to which the public have been invited to hear the tub-thumping of several candidates, all at the time and expense of those attending.
This is just not good enough from the council hopefuls. I remember when candidates made an effort to go door-knocking voters and mailbox flyers were delivered explaining their policies, actually putting in a real effort to win my vote.
This time I have gained no proper idea of who is standing for what so there is a strong possibility that I will not vote. My message to all those standing for office is: do not rely on scruffy signs and oddball meetings. Get out and make a proper effort to attract voters. I may even change my mind.
I am looking forward to seeing these giant kiwifruit slices in Te Puke.
(Abridged) Suemi Allan Te Puke
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