How to Vote Responsibly

“We have a responsibility to seek the common good of Aotearoa, New Zealand, and this includes voting.”

But for many Christians in Aotearoa, New Zealand, the task of helping to elect the next government is challenging. How can we faithfully engage with democratic process when no single party clearly aligns with all our beliefs, values, and policy judgements? What does it mean to think and act responsibly for the good of our neighbours in a society where there are many visions of the good life?

In this short book, Christian ethicist, economist, and pastor Rev. Dr Nathan McLellan gives us non-partisan, election-ready counsel. This is a primer—a guidebook. Nathan doesn’t tell us who to vote for. Instead, he helps us answer: What is our responsibility when it comes to voting? And how can we prepare to vote responsibly?

This is essential reading for all who recognise the call on Christians to seek the common good in elections—and beyond.

For orders of 10 or more, a 10% discount will be applied automatically in the cart.

120mm x 190mm. 38 pages.

Please note: This book is available for pre-order now, and copies will be shipped early September.

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