Ive been really clear that my first job as leader of the Labour Party and co-leader of the labour movement is to engage with our base.

I think thats what all New Zealanders who are fair-minded want - a good chance for everybody to get ahead, whether its education or housing.

Socialisms not a word that I use. I say social democracy because I dont think the government needs to own all the means of production.

Ive worked as a diplomat before I became a politician.

If theres a sustainable job that will create sustainable value, people will hire for it.

Those who are flexible in thought, will inevitably succeed.

I want to get down to the nuts and bolts of what is actually going to change to lift New Zealands economic performance.