David Seymour challenges Treaty interpretations in debate with Ngāti Toa leader

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ACT leader David Seymour engaged in a heated debate with Ngāti Toa’s Helmut Modlik on the interpretation of Te Tiriti. Seymour argued that “divisive” Treaty interpretations hinder progress and advocated for the Treaty Principles Bill, saying it ensures “the Treaty means what it says.” Modlik, challenging Seymour, called the idea that Māori ceded sovereignty “preposterous,” defending the treaty as a basis for ongoing truth and reconciliation.

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