Revoke the Damehood of Jacinda Ardern

The issue

Jacinda Ardern, former Prime Minister of New Zealand, officially received her damehood from Prince William on the 17th of October 2024. Damehood is a title symbolizing distinguished service in various fields. However, many New Zealanders argue that she underperformed in her role and prioritized maintaining a deceptive public image. There has been outrage over her "out of touch" attempts to making New Zealand a authoritarian state by attempts to restrict New Zealand citizens rights to freedom of speech (Source: Jacinda Ardern's UN Speech). Additionally, her handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, characterized by stringent measures, worsened economic hardships, disproportionately affecting small businesses and low-income families. Furthermore, key promises made during her tenure—such as addressing child poverty, inequality, and affordable housing—remain largely unmet, with child poverty even rising under her administration (Source: Child Poverty Monitor). Given these concerns, a review of the honor bestowed upon Ardern should be considered to uphold the values of accountability and ensure that such titles are reserved for leaders who truly serve the best interests of the people. Sign and share this petition to urge the Honours Forfeiture Committee to revoke her Damehood.

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The issue

Jacinda Ardern, former Prime Minister of New Zealand, officially received her damehood from Prince William on the 17th of October 2024. Damehood is a title symbolizing distinguished service in various fields. However, many New Zealanders argue that she underperformed in her role and prioritized maintaining a deceptive public image. There has been outrage over her "out of touch" attempts to making New Zealand a authoritarian state by attempts to restrict New Zealand citizens rights to freedom of speech (Source: Jacinda Ardern's UN Speech). Additionally, her handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, characterized by stringent measures, worsened economic hardships, disproportionately affecting small businesses and low-income families. Furthermore, key promises made during her tenure—such as addressing child poverty, inequality, and affordable housing—remain largely unmet, with child poverty even rising under her administration (Source: Child Poverty Monitor). Given these concerns, a review of the honor bestowed upon Ardern should be considered to uphold the values of accountability and ensure that such titles are reserved for leaders who truly serve the best interests of the people. Sign and share this petition to urge the Honours Forfeiture Committee to revoke her Damehood.

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Petition created on 17 October 2024