But that is not to take away from the importance of Waitangi Day and the importance of the Treaty of Waitangi in the history of this nation. But there is no such evidence. There is no evidence of widespread support for this bill. I make a final point that many people see Waitangi Day as a day of division, a day of bitterness. Some people are uncomfortable with the Treaty of Waitangi and with concepts of tino rangatiratanga, and some people are unwilling to face up to the history and the reality of our country.
Some people are in denial and in defence mode.
Waitangi Day has become an important day on the Rastafarian calendar. To us, Waitangi Day celebrates one love. It is a day of unity. It is not only a day of respect and unity but also justice. It is a day of togetherness, and 15,000 people come to that celebration in Auckland.