No Conscience

But even if the Maoris didn't care—even if our brothers said "go to the party, enjoy yourselves, never mind about me"—could we honestly go without a twinge of conscience?

If the South African rugby players are sportsmen, and they seem to be, they will surely understand our motives.

Such a simple gesture as the cancellation of the tour would bring even a little ray of hope to millions of downtrodden people that somewhere, somebody cared.

Such a gesture would encourage the pride of the Maori and make his, and the Pakeha's assimilation just a little easier.

Or is pride in football prowess more important than human dignity?