Winston Peters effigy ‘chopped’ in mock guillotine protest against 'racist' comments

Home / New ZealandJoel KulasinghamJournalist·NZ Herald·3 Aug, 2026 12:26 AM3 mins to read‌NZ First leader Winston Peters responds to his recent comments on migrants and to a new policy to pay Kiwis to have children. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYAn effigy of Winston Peters was given a “metaphoric chop” in a mock guillotine demonstration over the weekend – sparking calls from the Foreign Minister for those involved to be “arrested”.

The Migrant Workers Association of Aotearoa organised the demonstration on Saturday to protest against what they claim is

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Winston Peters effigy ‘chopped’ in mock guillotine protest against 'racist' comments

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