NEW ZEALAND LEGISLATION.

Press, Volume LXIV, Issue 19460, 6 November 1928, Page 6

NEW ZEALAND LEGISLATION.

POISONING AT THE FOUNTAIN. The preservance of the British character and ' the influence of our traditional and political ideals have slowly brought us to a deeper insight into questions of democracy till to-day the British Commonwealh is becoming alive to the real nature of its task — the extension and consolidation of liberty.' Any encroachment upon thoseideals must be rigorously checked. . The New Zealand political administration is part and parcel of the democratic system, which prevails in all parts of the Empire. That system now lies in danger in this Dominion, so much so that unless drastic exposure is immediately made, the damage may be irremedial. Hitherto, Parliament has governed the people, but a grave situation has arisen which will mean that a handful of spectators, representing a. minority coterie, will run the country in spite of the wishes of the people. The New Zealand Alliance acknowledges having pledged certain members of Parliament to carry out the rejected prohibition policy of the Alliance, in direct opposition to the ballot. During last session a majority of members supported the "demands' 1 of the Alliance! This body recognises the fact that popular vote will never advocate prohibition, and so it attempts to thrust its fanaticism in the face of the people by gaining the adherence of the people's representatives!' Legislation •is thus being poisoned at the fountain. Away with "Super-Government!" Protect your own interests by voting against the prohibition menace and voting for Continuance. —2