Police are at the sharp end of all antisocial behaviour, and they must be supported. Unfortunately, despite the millions of dollars and promises, they don't feel they are. We've got to challenge the constant rhetoric we hear from too many irresponsible members in this House when they allege systemic racism in the New Zealand Police. It is divisive and not true. The recent statement made in this House to the media that more police on the street means more dead Māori should have been condemned by the police Minister, but not a word. It's little wonder police don't feel supported. It's because they're not. 