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Showing posts with label Fourth Treaty Article. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Fourth Treaty Article. Show all posts

Tuesday, December 24, 2024

Centrist: Why are certain Treaty amendments welcomed while others are instantly dismissed?



Selective support for Treaty amendments hints at bias

In the debate over various proposals to amend the Treaty of Waitangi, there appears to be a selective reception. On one hand, the petition to add a “fourth article” affirming or expanding Māori rights is welcomed by Māori activists, many in the media, and their supporters. On the other hand, proposals advocating equality, such as ACT’s Treaty Principles Bill, are labelled as controversial.