'As It Is' by Gordon Copeland

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As It Is

My Time in Parliament and Thoughts for Our Future, Gordon Copeland

An insider’s view of politics and his belief that New Zealand can both do better and be better

Drawing on his life experience and time as an MP, Gordon Copeland sets out a passionate vision for New Zealand’s future. In doing so he addresses a wide range of issues from fundamental social reform, the road to economic success for all rather than the few, a pathway to happiness in family life and even international affairs.

All of these issues are dealt with in detail underpinned by the values of justice, peace, compassion and inclusiveness for all. This book is anything but “politics as usual”!

Author Bio

Gordon Copeland was a Member of Parliament for two terms between 2002 and 2008 and has maintained an active interest in politics for much of his life, an interest that has deepened since his time in Parliament.

Gordon has had a varied career, including senior positions in the NZ and international oil industry, business consultancy for corporate and government clients, Financial Administrator for the Archdiocese of Wellington and, following his time in Parliament, investment management.

He has been married to Anne for more than 50 years, and has five children, 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He lives in Miramar, Wellington, and his interests include church, sport – especially rugby – gardening and politics.

As It Is Chapter Headings:

1. How it all began
2. The Election Campain
3. Early Days in Parliament
4. The Prostitution Reform Bill
5. The Euthanasia Bill
6. Working with Michael Cullen 2002-2005
7. Other Tax Matters
8. The Foreshore and Seabed
9. My Member’s Bills
10. Relationships and Civil Unions
11. Abortion and Related issues
12. The 2005 Elections and its Aftermath
13. The Marriage (Gender Clarification)
Amendment Bill and Same-sex Marriage
14. Easter Sunday Trading
15. The Parliamentary Prayer
16. The Partial Sale of State Owned Enterprises
17. I resign from United Future
18. Judeo-Christian Values
19. The Rise and Fall of the Kiwi Party
20. The Anti-Smacking Bill and Referendum
21. Housing Affordability
22. The Working Women’s Charter
23. Family Matters
24. Foreign Affairs and Trade
25. In all things Unity; the Maori Question
26. Does Labour have a Future?
27. Epilogue

As It Is, My Time in Parliament and Thoughts for Our Future
Published by Mary Egan Publishing on 23 November 2015, RRP $35

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