Carter – public apology
It is quite clear to me that a public apology is both demanded and required in regard to my expenses when travelling
overseas on government business on the tax payer expense.
I unreservedly apologise to the New Zealand public.
This has been a very difficult time for me and it has been difficult to choose the right words to be said when under
intense pressure from journalists.
I acknowledge that my temperament when under pressure can make me appear as if I am not contrite or embarrassed. I
assure the New Zealand public, I am.
I pledge hard work and commitment to my electorate and to the New Zealand Labour Party, and I wish to put this matter
behind me.
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