Media statement
For immediate release
Monday, 5 April 2004
Alexander's 'stunning resolution' to Zaoui debacle
United Future MP, Marc Alexander, today announced what he modestly described as a 'brilliantly stunning' solution to the
drawn-out and expensive Ahmed Zaoui saga.
"Ever since this man turned up in New Zealand with his forged passport and multiple criminal convictions overseas, the
New Zealand taxpayer has been forking out huge sums in prison costs and legal aid," he said.
"Yet it is apparent that Mr Zaoui has vocal supporters who want to see him freed.
"Let them therefore put their money where their mouth is. I propose that Mr Zaoui be freed in the 24/7 custody of MP's
Keith Locke and Matt Robson, who will guarantee to be with him all the time and who will meet his accommodation, food
and legal costs, while he is in their care.
"They can also guarantee to meet his airfares, should the legal system decide he has to leave New Zealand, although
after a few days of hearing from Messrs Locke and Robson about the evils of capitalism and the rights of the
down-trodden international proletariat, Mr Zaoui may clamour for a ticket out of here ASAP.
"The beauty of this system is that the taxpayer will be freed of an unwanted burden, while Mr Zaoui's supporters will be
able to show their support in a real and practical way.," said Mr Alexander.
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