Matua Kahurangi: Patriotism under attack

Why is flying the flag now “racist” in the West

Thankfully here in New Zealand, we have not yet seen the same level of persecution that is playing out across the United Kingdom. Over there, ordinary English patriots are standing up against unchecked immigration and the endless stream of faux asylum seekers being handed hotel rooms, mobile phones and meals, all paid for by the taxpayer. Instead of being listened to, these men and women are being arrested, vilified and branded criminals simply for defending their country’s culture and heritage.

Simon O'Connor: Flag it!

Not all flags are made equal it seems. According to some, protest and foreign flags are acceptable but flying your nation's flag - well, that makes you far-right and dangerous.

According to a report in the BBC and elsewhere, displaying the Union Jack or flag of St George means you are someone from the far-right; overly nationalistic; and conservative. You’ve read that correctly - British people flying British flags are dangerous; such an action is beyond the pale supposedly.