In New Zealand’s Parliament, every legislator has the chance to advance a proposed law, no matter how unpopular, thanks to an ...

In New Zealand’s Parliament, every legislator has the chance to advance a proposed law, no matter how unpopular, thanks to an unusual lottery where bills are selected by random draw from a cookie tin ...

In New Zealand's Parliament, a Battered Cookie Tin Decides Which New Laws Get Debated WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Under the scrutiny of a black-robed official and before a hushed audience ...

Inside: the future of New Zealand ’s laws. The ceremonial lottery at Parliament, where bills are drawn randomly from what’s known as “the biscuit tin” in local parlance, is a way to ensure ...

In New Zealand's Parliament, a lottery using a cookie tin determines which lawmakers can advance their proposed laws. This unusual ritual ensures every legislator has a chance, regardless of their ...

Inside: the future of New Zealand ’s laws. The ceremonial lottery at Parliament, where bills are drawn randomly from what’s known as “the biscuit tin” in local parlance, is a way to ensure ...