Article: Labour, Nats and the big issues

Labour will press its record in standing up to the United States over Iraq and to Israel over the spy scandal. As the countdown to polling day begins, political editor COLIN ESPINER looks at the issues that are likely to shape the parties' campaigns in the coming weeks.

Tax cuts form the big issue that will dominate the campaign, since it will determine how much money the new Government has to spend on other things. It also goes to the heart of the health of the economy and credible economic management.

Now that September 17 has been announced as election day, it is time for National to put its money where its mouth is. Can it deliver on expectations of average cuts in the range of $40 to ...

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