The point I was making was that it is easier to impress when talking if your actions are also impressive. And vice versa
Both she and the politicians in the UK are reaping what they sowed.
We were having the same discussion about Aussie politicians also. I think the reason she is so open and honest is that she isn't trying to sell poor policy. NZ seems to get a lot right and problems are met with common sense.
I am guessing that no NZ senators have been punching children...