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Maori Party Urges High Court Action Against Voter Suppression

8/1/2025

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Te Pati Maori has taken a bold step by launching urgent High Court proceedings, raising alarms over the potential removal of Maori voters from the electoral roll in Aotearoa. They argue this act of voter suppression demands immediate investigation into the enrolment system and are advocating for an extension of registration ahead of the crucial Tamaki Makaurau by-election.

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Story summary

Te Pati Maori has taken a bold step by launching urgent High Court proceedings, raising alarms over the potential removal of Maori voters from the electoral roll in Aotearoa. They argue this act of voter suppression demands immediate investigation into the enrolment system and are advocating for an extension of registration ahead of the crucial Tamaki Makaurau by-election.