Mr Mclay ‘confused’ On ‘gay’ Bill (Press, 9 May 1985)
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Summary: Mr Mclay ‘confused’ On ‘gay’ Bill (Press, 9 May 1985)
On 9 May 1985, Mr McLay, the Leader of the Opposition, faced criticism regarding his inconsistent stance on homosexual law reform. Mr Philip Hale, the justice spokesman for the New Zealand Party, highlighted that Mr McLay's mixed messages may be the reason for his poor polling results. Hale noted that in a short span, McLay had shown contradictory positions: he initially supported Ms Fran Wilde’s homosexual law reform bill but later expressed his intention not to support it. Subsequently, he stated his backing for homosexual law reform, followed by a declaration of his opposition to it. Most recently, McLay indicated he would consult with his electorate before making a definitive decision on the matter. Hale's comments suggest that McLay's indecisiveness on this crucial issue has left voters confused and may have impacted his political standing.
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