Had a superb lunch with the Prime Minister John Key on Friday. John was invited to the Franklin District by local MP Dr Paul Hutchinson for a wide range of community activities and visits, one of which was a luncheon put on by Enterprise Franklin Development Trust. To give him credit, John fronted up to some vocal locals protesting the Super city plan. John then joined the 110 guests for a speech on his view of the economy and current affairs. This was followed a lovely three course lunch.
What impressed me about John Key was, well, several things:
• He’s not in it for the money. No one can accuse him of being motivated solely by money, and he wasn’t impressed with the MPs caught up in the credit card claims.
• He’s passionate about New Zealand doing better. Everything he mentioned centred on improving New Zealand’s collective lot.
• He doesn’t suffer fools. His comments on the management of Auckland’s opportunities by previous/current councils were to the point and clear.
• He was willing to debate any point and had confidence and clarity in his answers. New Zealand’s mineral wealth, our natural resources and the tax system envisaged by the Government all point to us being able to target Australia as the benchmark for improvement.
• He wants to get things done. His actions and comments all centred around removing roadblocks and empowering the right people to make decisions and get the job done.
Before you label me a National Party Member, reread the logic above. It appeals regardless of the party that would be expressing it. John delivered it in a relaxed, confident and knowledgeable way that obviously hit the mark with those that were listening. This is the first time I have listened to John Key in person and would recommend that if the opportunity came up, you should have a listen too.
Have a great week.
Lincoln
Lincoln Sharp - Thinking Forward 