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Republicanism in New Zealand

Okay kiddo, so let's talk about republicanism in New Zealand. You know how we have a queen, right? Well, republicanism is the idea that we should choose our own head of state instead of having a queen or king.

This would mean that New Zealand would become a republic, which is kind of like a big family where everyone gets a say in who is in charge. Instead of having a queen, we would have a president who would be chosen by the people of New Zealand.

There are lots of reasons why some people think this would be a good idea. Some people believe that having a president who is chosen by New Zealanders would make us feel more independent and make our country stronger. Others believe that since New Zealand is its own country with its own unique culture, it's important that we have our own head of state.

However, some people like having a queen because she represents a long tradition and history. Having a monarch can also give us close ties to other countries like the UK and Australia who also have a queen.

Overall, whether to become a republic or not is a big decision that the people of New Zealand will need to make together. It's important to listen to everyone's opinions and weigh up all the options before making a choice.