What I like:
Judith Collin's as Minister of Police, with Paula Bennett becoming Minister for Social Development and Employment. Paula projects a softer image where it counts while Judith's 'no non-sense' approach is a better fit with the police.
Dr Jonathan Coleman in the cabinet. This guy is pretty new having come into parliament in 2005, but has been impressive in the house. Think he's a rising star.
Christopher Finlayson as Attorney-General. Probably the highest rank an openly gay man has ever risen to in New Zealand politics. What I like about Christopher is that he doesn't let his sexuality define him, he really is the best man for the job.
National also breaks new ground with the first Minister of Asian orientation.
Only a couple of concerns: David Carter and Wayne Mapp are Ministers of agriculture & science & technology respectively; areas relevant to me. The MPs are very much part of Nationals old guard and don't portray National's dynamic fresh image. But then on the other hand they could be safe pairs of hands. So we'll see.
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