Homosexual Law View (Press, 4 July 1974)
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Summary: Homosexual Law View (Press, 4 July 1974)
On 4 July 1974, Mr J. Crichton, president of the New Zealand University Student's Association, expressed significant disillusionment regarding the government's inaction on homosexual law reform. His criticism was particularly directed at comments made by Prime Minister Mr Kirk, who indicated that pursuing such reform could be detrimental to the Labour Party's interests. Crichton argued that New Zealanders have a right to expect their government to prioritise the community's well-being over party interests. He highlighted the government's failure to address pressing social issues, which he saw as exemplified by the lack of progress on homosexual law reform. Crichton pointed out that the government's suggestion for the public to initiate another petition to Parliament regarding the issue was merely a way to "pass the buck." He noted that the Labour Party had long-standing policy commitments to reform laws concerning consensual homosexual behaviour between adult males, yet the party seemed unwilling to follow through on its promises, exhibiting a lack of determination to advance this cause.
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