Are New Zealanders equal under the law with the same rights and duties?
By John Malis
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I believe that all New Zealanders are equal under the law, with the same rights and duties. That’s the foundation of our democracy – fairness, accountability, and opportunity for everyone, no matter where they come from.
As a Cambodian-Kiwi (
khiwi.nz) who has built a life here in Wairoa, I know the value of that principle deeply. My own journey – from far-far away humble roots to becoming a scholar and a business leader – has taught me that equality is not just a legal phrase, but a lived experience we must keep protecting and improving.
I have committed myself to lifelong learning, including study with the School of Government, New Zealand, to better understand how policies shape communities and how strong leadership can make a real difference.
By standing for Wairoa General Ward 2025, I want to honour those principles: equality before the law, democracy that truly serves the people, and leadership that listens, learns, and acts with integrity.
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