Maori and Parliament vividly depicts the strategies and tactics used by Maori politicians, their supporters and opposition to alter Parliament and the ways these have been adapted to New Zealand's changing political arrangements, particularly the Mixed Member Proportional system (MMP) or `More Maori in Parliament'.<BR><BR>New Zealand is the only country in the world where the Indigenous people have particular electorates that represent them and where they can choose to be on a general or Maori electoral roll. Throughout history, Maori parliamentarians have looked to foster unity across party lines while still supporting different political loyalties.<BR><BR>Politicians, former parliamentarians, academics and political commentators discuss behind-the-scene deals, pragmatic acts with far-reaching consequences and blunt trade-offs. Their insider stories, frank admissions and humorous anecdotes provide new perspectives on New Zealand's political arrangements.