Your defence of Paul Henry (The Weekend Sun 22 October) overlooked the fact that Paul Henry's reference to our present Governor General, was disrespectful to the finest Governor General we have had in NZ for a long time. He seeks no glory from his position but carries out his duties with graciousness. Respect for anyone in authority is sadly lacking in today's world and how are the young to learn it if they see it in their seniors.
Free speech, especially in the public arena is not a licence to ridicule and carries a responsibility as do all the freedoms we are privileged to enjoy.
Mrs M Hughes, Omokoroa.