The debate, that New Zealand should become Fascist, on Saturday, June 29, was very poorly attended and again indicated the slackening of interest in the society's debates.

Opening the debate, McElwain presented us with a theoretical Fascism transcending the brands at present in operation. It was based on two principle—the hierarchy of ability and the principle of abstinence—the latter meaning that satisfactory institutions were left alone. New Zealand is moving with the other countries towards economic nationalism which, added to the increasing organisation of individuals into groups, must result in Fascism.