Tuesday, March 30, 2004
Intrinsically linked?
This from Pete Hodgson, apparently the current issues with race relations have nowt to do with our lack of any binding formal constitution. Not to mention disagreements as to the correct interpretation of, and status of, the Treaty.
"An inquiry into the future of race relations in New Zealand cannot become a wider debate on the constitution or whether or not we should become a republic," Mr Hodgson, whose portfolios include Energy and Transport, told Labour's southern regional conference at the weekend.Nothing like seizing the day and showing some leadership huh Pete.
"We need to have an agreed pathway on the future of race relations before we can consider the future of our constitution."
