'Wink wink, nudge nudge: Will Hipkins do a deal with TOP in Mt Albert? | Ryan B…

'Wink wink, nudge nudge: Will Hipkins do a deal with TOP in Mt Albert? | Ryan Bridge TODAY <!--mynz:youtube-chapters--> {"v":1,"chapters":[{"timeSeconds":1,"label":"Introduction to Mt Albert election","summary":"The video begins by posing a question: should Labour voters in Mt Albert do a deal with the Opportunities Party (TOP) in the upcoming election? The host notes that Mt Albert is a Labour stronghold."},{"timeSeconds":25,"label":"Former National leader's advice","summary":"The host references advice given by former National Party leader Simon Bridges on a previous show. Bridges suggested that if a change of government were desired, Labour voters in Mt Albert should vote for TOP instead of Helen White."},{"timeSeconds":38,"label":"Hipkins on election strategy","summary":"Labour leader Chris Hipkins is interviewed about the upcoming election. He is asked for his thoughts on the strategy of potentially forming a deal with TOP in Mt Albert."},{"timeSeconds":43,"label":"Hipkins dismisses 'deal' idea","summary":"Chris Hipkins states that Labour does not engage in 'cup of tea' deals and is focused on winning both the Mt Albert seat and other seats across the country. He emphasizes Labour's commitment to its existing policies."},{"timeSeconds":128,"label":"Question on Labour's tax policy","summary":"The host questions Hipkins about Labour's tax policy, specifically asking if the commitment to not change taxes remains. The host points out that Labour has previously proposed various tax increases and levies."},{"timeSeconds":203,"label":"Labour's stance on wealth tax","summary":"Hipkins clarifies that Labour's fiscal plan is to fund its commitments through revenue from capital gains and other measures. He reiterates that Labour is not proposing new taxes like a wealth tax or higher corporate tax rates."},{"timeSeconds":299,"label":"Debate on fiscal responsibility","summary":"The host presses Hipkins on how Labour plans to fund its promises, given the significant spending involved. Hipkins responds that Labour will fund its commitments through existing revenue streams and by prioritizing spending, not by introducing new taxes."},{"timeSeconds":334,"label":"Labour's fiscal plan details","summary":"Hipkins explains that Labour's fiscal plan will detail how they will fund their commitments, including public transport and healthcare. He states that these plans are being developed and will be presented in due course."}]} <!--/mynz:youtube-chapters-->