The Detail

'Literally illiterate' - Luxon lashes Labour

The Detail

Show Notes

The Prime Minister says the country isn't divided, and Labour "sucked" in government. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon sits down with The Detail to talk all things polls, policies, partners and his personal life, and he doesn't hold back. Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

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