Post by Kiwi Frontline on Sept 22, 2023 5:04:53 GMT 12
Gerry Eckhoff: ELITE
It is often said that colonization by the English culture is to blame for the less than ideal state of some within Maoridom. Would colonization by the Spanish or the French or Islam be preferred ? In today’s world and especially here in NZ it would seem that we of this generation are to be held responsible for the deeds of those from 180 odd years ago with whom we have no association, yet reparations are sought from us all to this very day. There never will be enough resources to satisfy or offer redress to everyone whose ancestors suffered harm at the cold hands of authorities so forming into groupings to achieve a better outcome or share of scarce resources for your particular interest makes perfect sense.
It is ironic that there appears to be a reverse colonization of New Zealand as our country’s name has changed to Aotearoa. Our government ministries are now to be known primarily by their Maori names, as have place names, lakes and rivers along with a new science based on traditional knowledge. Co governance will not end with just water administration. No consultation; no referendum, just imposition......
breakingviewsnz.blogspot.com/2023/09/gerry-eckhoff-elite.html
It is often said that colonization by the English culture is to blame for the less than ideal state of some within Maoridom. Would colonization by the Spanish or the French or Islam be preferred ? In today’s world and especially here in NZ it would seem that we of this generation are to be held responsible for the deeds of those from 180 odd years ago with whom we have no association, yet reparations are sought from us all to this very day. There never will be enough resources to satisfy or offer redress to everyone whose ancestors suffered harm at the cold hands of authorities so forming into groupings to achieve a better outcome or share of scarce resources for your particular interest makes perfect sense.
It is ironic that there appears to be a reverse colonization of New Zealand as our country’s name has changed to Aotearoa. Our government ministries are now to be known primarily by their Maori names, as have place names, lakes and rivers along with a new science based on traditional knowledge. Co governance will not end with just water administration. No consultation; no referendum, just imposition......
breakingviewsnz.blogspot.com/2023/09/gerry-eckhoff-elite.html