Dot Jones
Dot Jones is a member of the New Zealand First Party board and the wife of Shane Jones, a prominent New Zealand politician. Recently, she made headlines after an altercation at Auckland Airport where she was grabbed by an aggressive individual while accompanying her husband. Following the incident, Dot initially hesitated to file a police complaint but later decided to do so, advocating against the harassment that politicians and their families often face. Her experience highlights the growing concern over the safety of public figures and their loved ones amidst rising threats and abuse directed at politicians in New Zealand.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| New Zealand | 3 | 5.67 | 0.13% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 6,401 | $210,000 | 279$ |
| Totals | 3 | 4,822,233 | 6,401 | $210,000 | 279$ |
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New Zealand:
Dot Jones is the wife of Cabinet Minister Shane Jones and was allegedly assaulted.
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New Zealand:
Dot Jones spoke publicly about the incident to highlight the risk MPs faced but also as a warning to other politicians’ spouses.
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New Zealand:
Dot Jones, who is a NZ First board member, said Air New Zealand and security staff moved in to check on the couple.
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