Norman Kirk
Norman Kirk was a prominent New Zealand politician who served as the 24th Prime Minister from 1972 until his untimely death in 1974. A member of the Labour Party, Kirk is remembered for his commitment to social justice, state welfare initiatives, and improving New Zealand's international standing. He played a significant role in the country's anti-nuclear stance and was influential in establishing a strong relationship with Pacific nations, including the Cook Islands. His government was marked by a focus on economic reform and public health, as well as a notable reassessment of New Zealand's foreign relations.
Born on Feb 06, 1923 (102 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| New Zealand | 2 | 5.00 | 0.18% | +10% | 4,822,233 | 9,558 | $210,000 | 416$ |
| Totals | 2 | 4,822,233 | 9,558 | $210,000 | 416$ |
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New Zealand:
Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour channelled Labour Prime Minister Norman Kirk’s famous misquote.
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New Zealand:
Norman Kirk lost the election to Rob Muldoon after Jack Marshall took over.
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New Zealand:
The compulsory superannuation scheme was set up under Norman Kirk in 1974.
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New Zealand:
Norman Kirk declared he was shocked and felt sick at the news New Zealanders were training child killers.
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New Zealand:
Norman Kirk died in office at the age of 51 after 15 years of ill health.
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New Zealand:
Peters harked back to the Norman Kirk and Helen Clark Governments' decisions to reassess the relationships with the Cook Islands.
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