This was somewhat late news to me that the NZ First candidate Asenati Lole - Taylor had been pitted against the very able Peseta Sam Lotu I'iga in the battle to take Maungakiekie. Given I have been busy with so many family events as of late - i should be forgiven for not being in "the know" of details from the Pacific cyber-news desk.
Asenati Lole - Taylor has often been heard over the air waves discussing local Pasifika events and issues within the Auckland region. Last I heard, she was the Auckland Pacific Liaison person for the Department of Corrections. Lole - Taylor is extremely vocal on many issues and is perhaps known more for her very forceful but likeable personality that has enabled her to become the Pacific socialite who is found at almost every Pacific event. Peseta on the other hand has the reputation of one who is humble, unassuming, well educated and forthright without seeming brash. Already he has made waves within the Auckland City Council.
While I admire both Lole - Taylor and Peseta for standing in the Maungakiekie seat, my pick is that Peseta will win the seat for National with a comfortable majority. Peseta has the makings of one who may even become the first Pasifika Prime Minister. Watch this space I say.
All the best to Asenati Lole - Taylor, the Pacific community celebrates your continued success.
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