We all belong to this country, what are we going to call ourselves? Recognizing the sensibilities of most indigenous people here about the term 'Fijian', let us find some other name. But let us not leave it unresolved because it is an important symbol of belonging here.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Everyone belongs to the country, but the group is indigenous people's sensitivities about the term Fijian, a new shared name should be found.
- In plain terms
- We all live here, but we need a name everyone likes since some dislike 'Fijian'.
- What can you take from it?
- Find a national name that respects all groups and resolves the issue soon.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What name would everyone accept?
- Why does the name matter so much?
Another view
Changing national symbols can be controversial and delay action.
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