Jim Anderton's legacy is the landmark deal that gave NZ a Helen Clark government1 NEWS The former PM talks fondly of Jim Anderton's legacy, remembers her favourite moments with her former deputy. A decade later, Anderton's deal with Helen Clark was the ultimate healing gesture. CARMEN ROONEY/NZPA Prime Minister Helen Clark and Agriculture Minister Jim Anderton warm up as they listen to a briefing on the Mid Canterbury snow situation in 2006. Former Prime Minister Helen Clark says her former deputy Jim Anderton was a champion for the voiceless and the marginalised. JOHN SELKIRK/DOMINION Jim Anderton's deal with Helen Clark was a sign of MMP coming of age.

Source: Stuff January 07, 2018 02:26 UTC