Ardern’s apology to Pacific peoples was just the beginning – we will continue the fight | Melani Anae

What was delivered was a watered-down version of what we called for – it will do little to dismantle systemic racism

When the Polynesian Panthers (PPP) activist group began calling for an apology for the dawn raids two years ago, we went into the process with eyes wide open. Government lobbyists seldom get everything they ask for, but our intent was honest and real and fuelled by our Panther legacy and love for the people.

We believe that the apology was, and is, a necessary step towards the healing and restoration of trust and relationships between the Pacific peoples and families who were adversely affected by government actions during the dawn raids and the government.

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