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Willie Jackson
Profile
Willie Jackson is a New Zealand politician and former union leader, broadcaster, and advocate for the Urban Māori movement. First elected to Parliament in 1999 for the Alliance party, he later joined the Labour Party and served as a Cabinet Minister, holding portfolios including Māori Development, Employment, and Broadcasting and Media. Known for his outspoken advocacy on Māori socio-economic issues and broadcasting rights, he continues to serve as a Member of Parliament for the Labour Party in opposition.
Details
- Born
- 1961 · 65 years old
- Birth place
- New Zealand
- Education
- Mangere College
- Career
- Freezing worker, trade union leader, radio and television broadcaster, chief executive of the Manukau Urban Māori Authority
