Who to vote for?

Published 07 October 2008, Posted in National

Well it is only 31 days to go before we vote in our next general election.

It is important that you take part in these elections to have your say about who makes the decisions that ultimately effect you, your family and your community.

To help you find out how much knowledge the parties and candidates have about disability and disability issues, Tiaho has posted some links to websites that have interviews with candidates discussing topics such as individualised Funding, Advocacy and carers issues.

Check these out:

• TVNZ.co.nz - Latest news, Guyon Espiner’s blog, One News YouTube debate (Your chance to ask the politicians the questions that matter to you), Election 08 debates (catch up with the latest election 08 debates) and more…
• Carers Net Family Care Radio - An election special, where we ask the politicians the questions that matter to carers.  Listen to extended interviews from each spokeswoman regarding their policies for carers and to hear their personal experiences regarding caring.
• Attitude TV - What is this government doing about the issues facing kiwis with disabilities? What will other parties do differently?  In the scramble for seats, Grant Sharman discusses the issues with our politicians.

The Labour Party
The National Party
The minor parties

If you know of more websites that have information that would help us make an informed decision about who to vote for please do not hesitate to contact us. or let us know your thoughts by adding a comment to this article.