In the Chrisfest on Sept 19, Hipkins ruled out a wealth tax. In the "Powerbrokers" debate 2 days later, both Marama Davidson and Debbie Ngarewa-Packer made it clear that it will be a bottom line for their parties, in post-election negotiations.

So if Hipkins wants a full term as PM, he can declare a change of heart now, showing voters Labour can work with them. Or he flip-flop on it after the election having campaigned against it, and look either weak or dishonest.

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