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Michael Ponk
Independent
| Not currently in parliament
Michael Ponk
Independent
| Not currently in parliament
Why I'm standing
I believe that it is possible for the institution of parliament to enact legislation that would enable Kiwis to have their needs met, acknowledging that we have no control over what other countries do. I affirm that parliament ought to be making laws that ensure this country is living within its means: which means acknowledging ecological limits – the boundaries of the planet Earth system; as well as economical limits.
About me
I am not intending to be elected.
My priorities
- Make the taxation system significantly more progressive. The rich cause the most ecological harm.
- Consider rationing energy, such as tradeable energy quotas: an egalitarian means of distribution.
- Institute a transport system which does not rely on private motor vehicles: an ecological nightmare.
Current role
Not currently in parliament
Before politics
Volunteer
Residence
Hawke's Bay
Age
39
Year entered parliament
Not previously in parliament
2020 result
Did not stand
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Why I'm standing
I believe that it is possible for the institution of parliament to enact legislation that would enable Kiwis to have their needs met, acknowledging that we have no control over what other countries do. I affirm that parliament ought to be making laws that ensure this country is living within its means: which means acknowledging ecological limits – the boundaries of the planet Earth system; as well as economical limits.
About me
I am not intending to be elected.
My priorities
- Make the taxation system significantly more progressive. The rich cause the most ecological harm.
- Consider rationing energy, such as tradeable energy quotas: an egalitarian means of distribution.
- Institute a transport system which does not rely on private motor vehicles: an ecological nightmare.
Current role
Not currently in parliament
Before politics
Volunteer
Residence
Hawke's Bay
Age
39
Year entered parliament
Not previously in parliament
2020 result
Did not stand
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