11 December 2001
Suggestions I have said "promote me or I'll go" are sheer nonsense, says Jenny Shipley.
"A suggestion that I have issued, or intend to issue, an ultimatum to either the Leader or the Party are also wrong,"
Jenny Shipley said today.
"I have a choice to make as to whether I remain in politics or whether I seek a challenge elsewhere, beyond next year. I
have made it clear I intend to weigh up my options over the summer period.
"I intend to consider whether I have the enthusiasm to continue making a contribution to politics and whether my
contribution is valued in terms of my capability and experience. This is both a judgement and a choice for myself and
myself alone.
"I did not come into politics to be a passenger. I have always sought to make a difference. I will make an announcement
prior to the House reconvening as to whether or not I will remain in politics beyond the 2002 election," Mrs Shipley
said.
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