Te Pati Maori says it isn't sorry its MPs did a Haka in the house last year - and would do it again in a heartbeat

An MP's been called before the powerful Privileges Committee today -- but the Party's snubbing the summons.

Te Pati Maori says the Committee turned down its request to change the date so its counsel could be present.

It says it'll hold an alternative hearing - next month.

Co-leader Rawiri Waititi says bowing down to the system, would be the easy path - but they all promised to always stand up for themselves - especially in the face of hate.