Post by Kiwi Frontline on Jun 21, 2023 19:03:46 GMT 12
Barrie Davis: THE DOCTRINE OF DISCOVERY ESSAY.
In recent years, a previously little-known principle called the Doctrine of Discovery from the Age of Discovery has been added to Maori grievances.
It is said the Doctrine originated in 15th century papal bulls, that it is present in New Zealand law and that it must be removed.
In particular, the recent Maranga Mai! report claims New Zealand was colonized under the authority of the Doctrine, that the Doctrine was a factor to the impact of colonization on Maoris, and that rejecting the constitutional application of the Doctrine is central to establishing co-governance.
At face, that seems unlikely given that until recently most of us had not heard of the Doctrine of Discovery.....
breakingviewsnz.blogspot.com/2023/06/barrie-davis-doctrine-of-discovery-essay.html
In recent years, a previously little-known principle called the Doctrine of Discovery from the Age of Discovery has been added to Maori grievances.
It is said the Doctrine originated in 15th century papal bulls, that it is present in New Zealand law and that it must be removed.
In particular, the recent Maranga Mai! report claims New Zealand was colonized under the authority of the Doctrine, that the Doctrine was a factor to the impact of colonization on Maoris, and that rejecting the constitutional application of the Doctrine is central to establishing co-governance.
At face, that seems unlikely given that until recently most of us had not heard of the Doctrine of Discovery.....
breakingviewsnz.blogspot.com/2023/06/barrie-davis-doctrine-of-discovery-essay.html