By quitting, Jacinda Ardern sets an example
2 years, 2 months ago

By quitting, Jacinda Ardern sets an example

Hindustan Times  

It is a rare moment when a politician steps down from their powerful perch. On Thursday, though, New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern broke away from this tradition with a shock announcement that she was going to quit. Holding back tears, Ms Ardern said she had no more in the tank to continue, adding that she was only human. PREMIUM Holding back tears, Ms Ardern said she had no more in the tank to continue, adding that she was only human. In her announcement, Ardern made a point of telling her daughter Neve that she was looking forward to being there when she started school this year, and long-time partner Clarke Gayford that it was time they married, pointing to the tremendous toll of the high-pressure job on her personal life, as a mother to a young girl.

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Former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has memoir coming out in June
2 months, 1 week ago

Former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has memoir coming out in June

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Two years after her shocking decision to resign as prime minister of New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern is set to publish a memoir. Crown, a division of Penguin Random House, announced Tuesday that Ardern’s “A Different Kind of Power” is scheduled for June 3. With her popularity fading, Ardern stunned many supporters by deciding to leave, saying she …

Jacinda Ardern tears up in final interview and admits she was 'tired' as New Zealand PM
1 year, 11 months ago

Jacinda Ardern tears up in final interview and admits she was 'tired' as New Zealand PM

Daily Mail  

Jacinda Ardern said she feels tired and acknowledged her leadership became a political flashpoint for some people as she reflected on her five-year term as New Zealand's prime minister. The ex-Labour leader defended her government's record on policy priorities such as reducing child poverty and climate change, saying any prime minister who said they'd achieved perfection wasn't being honest. Jacinda …

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern delivers final speech to parliament
1 year, 11 months ago

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern delivers final speech to parliament

Firstpost  

Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern on Wednesday delivered her final speech to the parliament. Ardern shocked New Zealand earlier this year when she announced she was stepping down as prime minister and retiring from politics, saying she no longer had “enough in the tank”. “And that’s probably because my internal reluctance to lead was matched only by a …

Jacinda Ardern reveals first post-politics role – and says she won’t miss being PM
1 year, 11 months ago

Jacinda Ardern reveals first post-politics role – and says she won’t miss being PM

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jacinda Ardern said she will …

Promise and pragmatism: On Jacinda Ardern’s term as New Zealand PM
2 years, 2 months ago

Promise and pragmatism: On Jacinda Ardern’s term as New Zealand PM

The Hindu  

Jacinda Ardern’s time in office as New Zealand’s Prime Minister was rattled by several successive challenges. Chris Hipkins, a former Minister for COVID response in Ms. Ardern’s Cabinet and a troubleshooter for the Prime Minister, will succeed her and lead Labour in the 2023 election. While her leadership style is widely praised, particularly among liberal sections across the world, there …

'Jacinda Ardern was abused by public': New Zealand's upcoming PM says 'will shield family, kids''
2 years, 2 months ago

'Jacinda Ardern was abused by public': New Zealand's upcoming PM says 'will shield family, kids''

Firstpost  

Auckland: The next prime minister of New Zealand has sworn to shield his family from the “abhorrent” treatment that his predecessor, Jacinda Ardern, endured while in office. Chris Hipkins said that a “tiny percentage” of Kiwis were guilty for mistreating Ms. Ardern in remarks made on Sunday, following a unanimous vote by Labour Party MPs in his country to support …

Jacinda Ardern speaks of ‘sense of relief’ after quitting as PM: ‘I slept well for the first time in a long time’
2 years, 2 months ago

Jacinda Ardern speaks of ‘sense of relief’ after quitting as PM: ‘I slept well for the first time in a long time’

The Independent  

Jacinda Ardern has said she has “no regrets” a day after announcing she would be stepping down as the prime minister of New Zealand. Speaking to reporters at the airport in Napier where the Labour Party’s annual caucus took place, the prime minister said that she “slept well for the first time in a long time” after announcing that she …

Jacinda Ardern | The woman who defied realpolitik
2 years, 2 months ago

Jacinda Ardern | The woman who defied realpolitik

The Hindu  

On January 19, New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, 42, stunned the world by announcing her resignation. Record levels of inflation, a housing affordability crisis, rising crime rates, and a backlash against progressive policy initiatives — a climate tax on agricultural emissions that could affect farmers, empowering indigenous communities, an ambitious plan to overhaul the country’s water infrastructure, legislation to …

Jacinda Ardern, the public servant
2 years, 2 months ago

Jacinda Ardern, the public servant

Al Jazeera  

The resignation of New Zealand’s prime minister shows humility and empathy still have a place in politics. Those two words best describe, it seems to me, Jacinda Ardern, New Zealand’s prime minister who announced her shock resignation earlier this week. For six challenging years, Ardern said, “hand on heart”, that she had given New Zealand her “all”. Ardern’s defining devotion …

Who are the candidates to replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand PM?
2 years, 2 months ago

Who are the candidates to replace Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand PM?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy New Zealand’s Labour Party is …

New Zealand’s Jacinda Ardern, an icon to many, to step down
2 years, 2 months ago

New Zealand’s Jacinda Ardern, an icon to many, to step down

Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, who became a global icon of the left and exemplified a new style of leadership, said Thursday that she would leave office. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Ardern “has shown the world how to lead with intellect and strength.” “She has demonstrated that empathy and insight are powerful leadership …

Reaction to Jacinda Ardern resigning as New Zealand leader
2 years, 2 months ago

Reaction to Jacinda Ardern resigning as New Zealand leader

Associated Press  

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern shocked many with her announcement Thursday that she will leave office next month. I had the privilege of being alongside New Zealand during crisis, and they placed their faith in me.” — Ardern, in announcing her decision to reporters after a Labour Party meeting “I wouldn’t want this last five and a half years …

New Zealand's Jacinda Ardern is an icon to many for stepping down
2 years, 2 months ago

New Zealand's Jacinda Ardern is an icon to many for stepping down

The Hindu  

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, who became a global icon of the left and exemplified a new style of leadership, said Thursday that she would leave office. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Ardern “has shown the world how to lead with intellect and strength.” “She has demonstrated that empathy and insight are powerful leadership qualities,” Albanese tweeted. “Jacinda …

Tucker Carlson Announces Jacinda Ardern's Resignation By Mocking Her Appearance
2 years, 2 months ago

Tucker Carlson Announces Jacinda Ardern's Resignation By Mocking Her Appearance

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Tucker Carlson reported the resignation of New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on Wednesday by insulting her appearance, mangling her name and making absurd claims about her leadership. “And some rare good news: The appalling prime minister of New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern ― that’s the lady with the big teeth who tormented her citizens ― has just …

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern steps down, leaves long list of problems for successor
2 years, 2 months ago

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern steps down, leaves long list of problems for successor

Firstpost  

Wellington: New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced on Thursday that she will step down in a matter of weeks amid plunging popularity ratings and a raging economic crisis. “I believe that leading a country is the most privileged job anyone could ever have, but also one of the more challenging,” Ardern said. New Zealand actor and Hollywood veteran Sam …

New Zealand’s Jacinda Ardern, an icon to many, to step down
2 years, 2 months ago

New Zealand’s Jacinda Ardern, an icon to many, to step down

Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, whose empathetic handling of the nation’s worst mass-shooting and health-driven response to the coronavirus pandemic led her to become an international icon but who faced mounting criticism at home, said Thursday she was leaving office. In March 2019, Ardern faced one of the darkest days in New Zealand’s history when …

Jacinda Ardern resigns: Sam Neill defends NZ PM against 'nutbags'
2 years, 2 months ago

Jacinda Ardern resigns: Sam Neill defends NZ PM against 'nutbags'

Daily Mail  

Kiwi actor Sam Neill has passionately defended Jacinda Ardern hours after she resigned as Prime Minster of New Zealand. Kiwi actor Sam Neill has passionately defended Jacinda Ardern hours after she resigned as Prime Minster of New Zealand 'Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern resigned today. Ms Ardern resigns at just 42 after becoming leader just over five years ago on October …

A legacy marked by crisis and empathy: Jacinda Ardern’s time as PM as she announces shock resignation
2 years, 2 months ago

A legacy marked by crisis and empathy: Jacinda Ardern’s time as PM as she announces shock resignation

Firstpost  

Wellington: Jacinda Ardern promised “relentless positivity” as New Zealand’s prime minister, but in announcing her shock resignation on Thursday admitted the unrelenting demands of the job had finally worn her down. A fresh-faced Ardern was elected prime minister in 2017, and in a tumultuous first term faced New Zealand’s worst terror attack, a deadly volcanic eruption, and the COVID-19 pandemic. …

Jacinda Ardern news: New Zealand prime minister announces shock resignation
2 years, 2 months ago

Jacinda Ardern news: New Zealand prime minister announces shock resignation

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy New Zealand prime minister Jacinda …

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern Is Resigning
2 years, 2 months ago

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern Is Resigning

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING In a tearful announcement, New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced that she is resigning from her position. “I believe that leading a country is the most privileged job anyone could ever have but also one of the more challenging,” she said during the announcement, according to New Zealand public broadcaster RNZ. Fiona Goodall - World Rugby …

Praise pours in for outgoing New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern
2 years, 2 months ago

Praise pours in for outgoing New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern

Al Jazeera  

Australian PM Anthony Albanese said Ardern has led New Zealand with a mix of intellect, strength, insight and empathy. “You can’t be what you can’t see,” wrote Katy Gallagher, Australia’s minister for finance, women and public service, noting that Ardern had set an example for a generation of young women who had watched her lead New Zealand with “strength, empathy …

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern to step down next month, not to seek re-election this year
2 years, 2 months ago

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern to step down next month, not to seek re-election this year

India TV News  

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced that she will step down from her post next month and would not be contesting this year's general elections. Ardern steered New Zealand through the coronavirus pandemic The unexpected announcement from Ardern comes after five and a half years of tenure leading New Zealand through the coronavirus pandemic. As per various reports, the …

Jacinda Ardern to step down as New Zealand’s prime minister
2 years, 2 months ago

Jacinda Ardern to step down as New Zealand’s prime minister

Al Jazeera  

An emotional Ardern says February 7 will be her last day in office and that she will not seek re-election this year. New Zealand’s Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has said that she will resign from her post next month and will not contest this year’s general elections. “The question now becomes whether the voting public – who have been steadily …

Jacinda Ardern announces resignation as New Zealand prime minister
2 years, 2 months ago

Jacinda Ardern announces resignation as New Zealand prime minister

ABC  

Jacinda Ardern has announced her shock resignation as New Zealand prime minister, while also calling an election on October 14. Ms Ardern has been New Zealand's prime minister since 2017. With regards to the upcoming elections in October, Ms Ardern said she still believed New Zealand Labour would win, but signalled that Deputy Prime Minister Grant Robertson would not put …

‘I no longer have enough in the tank’: Jacinda Ardern to step down as New Zealand prime minister
2 years, 2 months ago

‘I no longer have enough in the tank’: Jacinda Ardern to step down as New Zealand prime minister

LA Times  

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, whose empathetic handling of the nation’s worst mass shooting and public-health-driven response to the pandemic drew international admiration but who faced mounting criticism at home, said Thursday she was leaving office. She also announced that New Zealand’s next general elections would be held Oct. 14 and that she would remain a lawmaker until then. …

More popular abroad than in New Zealand but Jacinda Ardern is set for an emphatic general election victory
4 years, 5 months ago

More popular abroad than in New Zealand but Jacinda Ardern is set for an emphatic general election victory

The Independent  

Polls, pundits and public opinion predict a sleepwalk to victory for New Zealand’s globally celebrated prime minister, Jacinda Ardern, in this weekend’s election. Ms Ardern, the mother to 15-month-old Neve Te Aroha, has run a campaign predominantly focused on her government successfully eliminating Covid-19 with the message hers is the party to “keep moving”. Dr Greaves said former prime minister …

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern admits trying marijuana ‘a long time ago’
4 years, 6 months ago

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern admits trying marijuana ‘a long time ago’

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy During a heated television debate …

Jacinda Ardern New Zealand: 14 best quotes
4 years, 7 months ago

Jacinda Ardern New Zealand: 14 best quotes

The Independent  

Sign up for the Independent Women email for the latest news, opinion and features Get the Independent Women email for free Get the Independent Women email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jacinda Ardern was elected as the prime minister of New Zealand in …

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