Mary Lou McDonald pledges to ‘re-energise’ party’s message after poll slump

The speaker discusses the challenges of maintaining support and the need to re-engage with the public. They emphasize the importance of hard work, listening to people, and re-energizing the message of change. The upcoming electoral contest is highlighted as a critical moment to demonstrate the necessity and positivity of change. The speaker views these challenges as opportunities to prove their character and commitment.

What does the speaker imply about the relationship between hard work and earning support?

In what way does the speaker view the current challenges as a personal challenge?