Maori Party keep ‘wanting more’

I think the Maori Party ought to be renamed The Oliver Twist Party as the former are always asking for MORE!Their latest mind-boggling assertion that they “own” the water is so ludicrous as to make them the laughing-stock of the world! No one “owns” water as it is a natural resource constantly replenished by rainfall.  Do the Maori Party also claim responsibility for the rain? If so, In times of devastating floods they would have much to answer for.
The British  King Canute found out what it is like to be arrogant in thinking he had power over the ocean when he sat on the shore and ordered the tide to retreat. After he had dried his feet he decided no one had power over the ocean. Every country has its unique lakes, rivers, dams and other waterways enjoyed by the inhabitants.   
Water is a precious commodity and we are fortunate in being surrounded by it. What do Maori hope to gain by trying to claim sole ownership.?  Money? Our lakes, rivers etc. are there for all New Zealanders to enjoy and they must be free to do so.
Maori have benefited by all the uses to which water has been put such as hydro-electric dams and other energy resources driven by water.  Did they pay for these facilities to be erected? No, but they enjoy the results as do the rest of us.   
It is high time for Maori to put down their begging bowls and realise how fortunate they are to be the recipients of the wonderful improvements settlers have bestowed on this country. Go figure!

Mary Brooks, Avenues.