 In a blog, Pallett writes, Labour is likely to lose the election no matter who is leading it, but with Phil Goff at the helm it could be a devastating result. People have simply stopped listening. It's sad as Phil is a very nice and sincere man, but now it's time for him to go. I've said my bit, but Labour is now completely dysfunctional. It has to put Phil to bed. I have no reaction to Selwyn Pallett. Is it damaging to you, given that he's been involved in some of your conferences? No, it's an expression of one individual who's not a member of the party. But have you seen what he's had to say about your leadership? No, I've seen the general comment. Disappointed with him, given he's been involved with you in recent past? No, he's entitled to his opinion. I've never tripped up, I've never staffed up, I've done the job.