National Party leader Bill English has called for an end to the exclusively Maori seats in Parliament. Mr. English has argued that “modern Maori are highly skilled operators in our current political system, their voices are heard at every level and the Maori seats have outlived their usefulness." This view has been rejected by the New Zealand Government, which counters that the Maori seats “safeguard against tyranny of the majority.” The Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand is also opposed to English’s plan.
Related Links:
New Zealand National Party Press Release Regarding Maori Seats
New Zealand Government Press Release Regarding Maori Seats
Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand Press Release Regarding Maori Seats
