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@Abel-Harland Kia ora Abel-Harland,
I hear your perspective, but I must firmly disagree with your assertions.
As a Maaori with a genealogy spanning over 30 generations and a thousand-year unbroken connection to Aotearoa, I cannot accept the idea that our cultures have simply "merged" or that we should disregard our past.
Understanding Historical Pain: The pain and injustices faced by our ancestors are not just distant memories but lived experiences that shape our present. Ignoring these grievances is not moving forward; it's burying the harsh realities that continue to affect us today. To suggest we forget this is to diminish our history and our identity.
Honoring Ancestors: Honoring our ancestors means acknowledging their struggles and the injustices they endured.
It's not about staying stuck in the past, but about seeking justice and recognition for what has happened. This isn't racism; it's a call for equity and respect.
Cultural Integrity: The assumption that most Maaori have Paakehaa blood and therefore our cultures have merged is a colonial mindset that undermines our identity.
While many of us do have mixed heritage, this does not mean our cultures are indistinguishable.
Maaori culture, values, and traditions remain distinct and vital to who we are.
Addressing Past Grievances: Moving forward without addressing past grievances is ignoring the very foundations of the issues we face today.
It's crucial to confront and resolve these issues to build a genuinely inclusive future. Insisting that I act, think, and speak like a colonizer only perpetuates the colonial legacy of assimilation and erasure.
Cultural Identity: Being a Kiwi can mean embracing our shared national identity while also respecting and valuing the unique cultures within New Zealand.
Recognising and honoring the rich, diverse tapestry of our nation, our journey forward must include an honest reckoning with the past, respecting our differences, and working towards a future where all cultures are valued and respected.
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@Abel-Harland My turn for an assumption.
You are wealthy, white, and from a line of privilege that believes they can do whatever they want without consequence.
As a NZer, you appear extremely ignorant of our unique ecosystem so, in good faith please recognise the following about your fun times ripping up nature on your toys.
Pumice swamps at Whakapapa, New Zealand, are unique wetland ecosystems formed in areas where volcanic pumice deposits are prevalent.
The soil is rich in pumice, which has excellent drainage properties but can also retain moisture, creating a unique habitat for various plant and animal species.
The flora in these swamps is adapted to the specific soil and moisture conditions, often including wetland plants and mosses that thrive in such environments.
These swamps support a range of biodiversity, including specialized insect species, amphibians, and birds that have adapted to the unique conditions of the pumice-rich wetlands.
Due to their unique ecological characteristics and the biodiversity they support, pumice swamps are often of conservation interest, and you should be ashamed for even trying to justify your "mudding" there.
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@Abel-Harland My turn for an assumption. You are wealthy, white, and from a line of privilege that believes they can do whatever they want with little consequence.
As a NZer, you appear extremely ignorant of our unique ecosystem so, in good faith please recognise the following about your fun times ripping up nature on your toys.
Pumice swamps at Whakapapa, New Zealand, are unique wetland ecosystems formed in areas where volcanic pumice deposits are prevalent.
The soil is rich in pumice, which has excellent drainage properties but can also retain moisture, creating a unique habitat for various plant and animal species.
The flora in these swamps is adapted to the specific soil and moisture conditions, often including wetland plants and mosses that thrive in such environments.
These swamps support a range of biodiversity, including specialized insect species, amphibians, and birds that have adapted to the unique conditions of the pumice-rich wetlands.
Due to their unique ecological characteristics and the biodiversity they support, pumice swamps are often of conservation interest, and you should be ashamed for even trying to justify your "mudding" there.
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@Abel-Harland
Kia ora Abel-Harland,
I hear your perspective, but I must firmly disagree with your assertions.
As a Maaori with a genealogy spanning over 30 generations and a thousand-year unbroken connection to Aotearoa, I cannot accept the idea that our cultures have simply "merged" or that we should disregard our past.
Understanding Historical Pain: The pain and injustices faced by our ancestors are not just distant memories but lived experiences that shape our present. Ignoring these grievances is not moving forward; it's burying the harsh realities that continue to affect us today. To suggest we forget this is to diminish our history and our identity.
Honoring Ancestors: Honoring our ancestors means acknowledging their struggles and the injustices they endured.
It's not about staying stuck in the past, but about seeking justice and recognition for what has happened. This isn't racism; it's a call for equity and respect.
Cultural Integrity: The assumption that most Maaori have Paakehaa blood and therefore our cultures have merged is a colonial mindset that undermines our identity.
While many of us do have mixed heritage, this does not mean our cultures are indistinguishable.
Maaori culture, values, and traditions remain distinct and vital to who we are.
Addressing Past Grievances: Moving forward without addressing past grievances is ignoring the very foundations of the issues we face today.
It's crucial to confront and resolve these issues to build a genuinely inclusive future. Insisting that I act, think, and speak like a coloniser only perpetuates the colonial legacy of assimilation and erasure.
Cultural Identity: Being a Kiwi can mean embracing our shared national identity while also respecting and valuing the unique cultures within New Zealand.
Recognising and honoring the rich, diverse tapestry of our nation, our journey forward must include an honest reckoning with the past, respecting our differences, and working towards a future where all cultures are valued and respected.
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