Prof. Margaret Mutu (Auckland University) declares - ' I cannot be a racist because I am not in a position of power!”
Her position requires that she teach and direct the studies of impressionable young adults. If that isn't a position of power, what is? Especially considering that universities are traditionally a hotbed of passionate, idealistic activism, eager for a cause. And her loud and very divisive proclamations are therefore a real concern, as they resemble typical fundamentalist fervour.
I love Professor Elizabeth Rata's laconic remark that 'Ethnic fundamentalism rejects doubt, and has a difficult relationship with reason.”
It is vital that we all make an effort to get an idea of the implications of the updated constitution before we find it's too late.
Even allowing that the treaty were valid in the sense it is purported to be, there has to be a better way, leaving scope for adaptation later, and the democratic process should be a part of this. Don't include the treaty in the constitution, except possibly as a separate section open to modification later if deemed necessary.
PM John Key - Don't dice with OUR constitution! And remember -” When you sup with the devil, you need a long spoon.” Very long.

D. Holm, Tauranga.