Paula Bennett

Matangireia by RNZ

Jun 8, 202100:45:20Government & Organizations

Paula Bennett quickly became a breakout star in Parliament. But the former National Party MP opens up on the brutal leadership coup that sealed her fate. Watch the video version of the episode here *The views expressed i...

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