[DrTiTus]

I disagree with you (and I don't want more socialism), but for the sake of the argument, let's say that everything you say is true. The original point discussed is that everyone is equal under the law, and somehow that was objectionable (or perceived as an attack on the poor?), because, I suppose, "the treaty".

Let's say that - quite rightly - society judges people. By social class, by the way they talk, by nationality, by tattoos, by queer hairstyle and nose rings, etc.

And let's say that as a result Maori are a lower class of people that no one wants to employ (remember - you're saying it, not me).

What is the solution you are proposing? Or if not _your_ solution, what is the solution being proposed (by presumably Maori) that I am supposed to support? Are we giving them money? Are we setting up a separate government? Do they just want an apology? Saying "There is systemic racism" is one thing, but apart from sending a mass email to every government department saying "Please don't be racist towards Maori", what is the actual solution?

Does everyone have to speak Te Reo? Do we have to have Whites Only and Maori Only drinking fountains to make sure they get a turn?

I honestly don't know how some m0f0 living in a little town with no industry who is poor will be lifted out of poverty by the stroke of a pen, or will live longer after an operation if the law is changed somehow. I just don't understand what actions need to be taken, or if there's no action needed, why are we supposed to care? And how do we identify who gets "redressment"? I'm listed as a Maori, so will I get something that others don't?

It's all well and good to want to lift people up and support them, but in practical terms - the only things I understand with my raging Aspergers - I just don't see what the fuck they want.