History Matters

- The ANC leadership has until now appreciated that abiding by Constitutional Court decisions has instilled public confidence in the democratic system. Its respect as the strongest political force is essential for stable democratic order [...]

“Statements attributed to some of its senior executives send a worrying signal about the calibre of leadership at the helm of such important institutions.” Who would believe this was uttered by Julius Malema, of all people, about the Human Rights Commission!

Dear Kadar, I fully support your “Declaration in Defense of the Constitution”. I believe that there are thousands of South Africans who share your concerns and will support your call. Thousands of people in the past two years have marched, submitted declarations and have demonstrated (some unfortunately violently) throughout the length and breath of this [...]

“Let us make it clear now: we are prepared to die for Zuma,” said Malema, claiming Zuma’s rights had been violated by delays in prosecuting him. “Not only that, we are prepared to take up arms and kill for Zuma.” We all support the right of Zuma to get a fair trial, but kill and [...]