Job must come before identity

Education Minister Hekia Parata has been accused of putting her job before her identity:

Education Minister Hekia Parata is being accused of choosing her job over her identity by directing a Far North school to close its senior classes.

That is something she should be praised for, not criticised.

When you are a Minister who you are and where you come from can help you understand an issue or situation but it must not bias you.