Election 2026: Peters says Laws never used such words before, but this sexist scandal is not his first

Ethan ManeraWellington Reporter·NZ Herald·4 Nov, 2026 10:56 PM7 mins to read‌New Zealand First leader Winston Peters says he’s ‘brassed off’ by Michael Laws’ sexist comments, but he can’t properly deal with it before the election. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYJust days out from the election, New Zealand First’s number six candidate Michael Laws has attracted unwanted attention for sexist comments about the Opportunity Party’s female candidates. Party leader Winston Peters has described the remarks as a “silly mistake”, saying Laws “used some silly words he