#Clip: Nicky Hager’s Dirty Work: Racism, Money & the Taxpayers’ Union

Nicky Hager discusses Dirty Work, the Taxpayers’ Union and his account of how anti-Māori rhetoric helped turn the Three Waters campaign into a fundraising engine.

In this Power Play: 1-on-1 in 10 interview, investigative journalist Nicky Hager joins Martyn Bradbury on The Bradbury Group to respond to his critics and explain the political influence networks examined in his latest book.

Hager describes what whistleblowers told him about the Taxpayers’ Union’s campaigning, Jordan Williams and the donations that followed. He argues that racism carries a cost for the people targeted—and that politicians, broadcasters and the public should demand better.

The conversation covers:
• Dirty Work and the response from Hager’s critics.
• Three Waters, anti-Māori rhetoric and political fundraising.
• Jordan Williams and the Taxpayers’ Union.
• Political smear campaigns and the legacy of Dirty Politics.
• The media’s role in legitimising lobbyists.
• What readers can do with their anger after finishing the book.

Hager’s message: informed people can participate in politics as it actually operates. Read, discuss and encourage others to understand what is happening.

What responsibility should politicians and broadcasters take when political campaigns exploit racial division? Share your thoughts below.

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