National's claims voters could be forced into a second election has been met with backlash from commentators.
The party's expressed concern over not striking a coalition deal with NZ First and warned Kiwis may be required to vote again.
NZME business commentator Fran O'Sullivan has labelled this threat 'gauche' and says National has no reason to scare people into voting.
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