Controversial Bill Sparks Haka in New Zealand Parliament, Mori Rights at Risk

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Controversial Bill Sparks Haka in New Zealand Parliament, Mori Rights at Risk
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  • MP Maipi-Clarke leads a haka protesting Treaty interpretation bill in NZ parliament.
  • The 1840 Treaty of Waitangi upholds Māori protection, now threatened by new bill.
    • Protest in parliament saw the bill torn, suspending the session and drawing attention.
    • Critics claim Act Party's proposal undermines Māori rights and established agreements.
    • Labour's Willie Jackson criticizes Act leader Seymour for backing the controversial bill.
    • Forty lawyers urge Prime Minister to drop the bill through an open letter.
    • A nine-day protest march is en route to Wellington, culminating in a rally on Tuesday.
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