Some politicians may fret about the consequence of a public vote, but with an increasing suspicion of elites, it’s the best way forward
New Zealand will participate in a world-leading double referendum next year when, in addition to the general election, voters will be asked whether to legalise cannabis for recreational use and euthanasia.
It’s going to be messy, emotional, and polarised. There’s already a lot of anxiety and negativity about the referendums across the political spectrum. Much of this is influenced by the ongoing fallout from the Brexit referendum, as well as a general fear of conservative populism.
