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Ernst Roets: Attacks on Whites in South Africa, Attempts to Hide It, and Trump’s Plan to End It

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Mar 3, 2025
Ernst Roets, a South African political commentator and activist, delves into the harsh realities of his homeland. He highlights the alarming rise of violence against white farmers and critiques the Western media's silence on the issue. Roets discusses Nelson Mandela's complex legacy, challenging oversimplified narratives. He also explores the moral responsibilities of the West in addressing South Africa's struggles, including rising crime rates and mob justice, while advocating for greater self-determination among minority communities.
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South Africa's Democratic Paradox

  • South Africa's political system, established in the 1990s with Western involvement, uses democratic institutions for non-democratic ends.
  • The ruling party's strategy involves presenting a liberal facade while pursuing socialist goals, mirroring Huntington's "democratic paradox."
ANECDOTE

Mandela's Untold Story

  • School children in South Africa are taught a sanitized version of Nelson Mandela's imprisonment, omitting his involvement in armed resistance.
  • Mandela's military wing, Umkhonto we Sizwe, targeted civilians, reflecting a policy of attacking the weak and fleeing from the strong.
ANECDOTE

Winnie Mandela's Violence

  • Winnie Mandela, initially portrayed as a hero in the West, openly encouraged violence against civilians.
  • Her infamous quote, "With our necklaces and our matches, we will liberate this country," refers to the brutal practice of necklace murders.
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