New Zealand parliament, Woman MP protests tribal treaty revision. Man! I wish our Congress was this exciting!

Youngest MP at just 22 opposes tribal treaty revisions.



It was, once.

The caning of Charles Sumner, or the Brooks–Sumner Affair, occurred on May 22, 1856, in the United States Senate chamber, when Representative Preston Brooks, a pro-slavery Democrat from South Carolina, used a walking cane to attack Senator Charles Sumner, an abolitionist Republican from Massachusetts.


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Haka is pure demonic possession. Everytime I see it all I see is a demon making itself known inside its housing of human flesh.
I disagree. I find it tremendously inspiring!


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The haka is a ceremonial performance or dance that is a symbol of strength, unity, and pride for the Māori people of New Zealand. It has multiple meanings and is performed for a variety of reasons, including:

  • War: Haka was originally a war dance used to intimidate opponents and motivate warriors. Warriors would perform aggressive facial expressions, such as bulging eyes and poking out their tongues, while also beating and waving their weapons.

  • Welcome: Haka was a customary way to welcome visiting tribes.

  • Celebration: Haka is performed at celebrations such as weddings, birthdays, and funerals.

  • Challenge: Haka is performed to challenge an opposing team, such as in rugby union and rugby league.
    • Respect: Haka is performed as a sign of respect.
The word "haka" comes from the Māori words ha, which means "breath", and ka, which means "to ignite or energize". Haka performances typically involve chanting, hand movements, facial gestures, and stamping."
 
@Bigdog, there have been several instances where disagreements between US lawmakers led to physical altercations, though not as extreme as the Sumner caning.

In 1798, Representative Matthew Lyon of Vermont spat at Representative Roger Griswold of Connecticut, leading to a fight with fireplace tongs.

In 1832, a brawl broke out between Representatives William Stanbery of Ohio and Richard Coke, Jr. of Virginia over an accusation of corruption.

@Grok
 
@Bigdog, there have been several instances where disagreements between US lawmakers led to physical altercations, though not as extreme as the Sumner caning.

In 1798, Representative Matthew Lyon of Vermont spat at Representative Roger Griswold of Connecticut, leading to a fight with fireplace tongs.

In 1832, a brawl broke out between Representatives William Stanbery of Ohio and Richard Coke, Jr. of Virginia over an accusation of corruption.

@Grok
TY,

I thought this young woman was very charismatic. And was inspired by the Maori version of ... fight, fight, fight!
 
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