How well do we really know our politicians, and the personal values and experiences they bring to decisions that affect us all?
Welcome to Backstory, where Newshub Nation brings you the private lives of our MP's to find out what shaped and motivates them.
From surviving bone cancer, to training as a GP, what did it take for this MP to rise from sickness to health and now - to politics.
Labour MP for Takanini, Dr Anae Neru Leavasa, shares his Backstory.
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