Andrewest:
Whilst I empathize with you regarding the situations you depict, I repeat- we have no leader with balls and brains on both sides to tell the trouble-makers to buck off!
There is this tendency amongst blacks to assume that this country is theirs only...Indians, Coloureds and whites are visitors or tolerated guests.
I have made it clear to some (on the FJZ site) that I, as a Khoisan descendant (like many other so-called Coloureds) have a greater right than the Bantu who invaded upto the Eastern Cape well after our ancestors were roaming the shores of Western Cape; we don't call for other race groups to be extradited! In fact, we have been reduced to the indigenous, discriminated minority and are equally victims of EE, which is seen to benefit African blacks only.
This selfish, short-sighted culture has been nurtured covertly for political gain amongst many unsuspecting blacks so that the ANC continues to enjoy popular black support. Now, step forward a black leader who unequivocably decries such statements!
Similarly, there is no white leadership of substance- they attack the ANC for reverse racism. I would rather whites joined the ANC at its local structures, attended meetings, and put their concerns on the table. The ANC is not communist; the SACP is not the ANC. Besides, communism is not workable & the majority of blacks will not support it. The more palatable alternative is a mixture of benevolent socialism with capitalism in our situation. Many European countries are socialists, and the sky hasn't fallen on them! The recent bail-outs by US and Britain were nothing short of socialism- using the people's taxes to rescue financial institutions. In Bolivia, the state took a 50% stake in BP; both parties are pleased!
During the 'apartheid' era, various services and utilities were nationalised, creating employment, housing, etc (albeit for whites).
Where is a white leader who can articulate on such issues?
We have already been told of directives to Government employees- "if you want to moonlight, get the hell out of civil service or Govt positions! If we get you, you're gone!" Let's not take such serious declarations with a pinch of salt; let's rather give our input and, also report the corrupt officials, etc.
There is this ever-widening chasm between white and black (don't let the BEE deals fool you); Africans are becoming more resentful of whites for their perceived disadvantage. People like you need to start talking to the man in the street, maid at home, staff at work, taxi drivers, security guard, cashier, casual workseekers, etc. You will be amazed at the humanity amongst them!
We need to re-assure ourselves that, as fellow human beings, we need one another; there is no place for racism or quotas.
But, like Partyline noted, when one door closes, 10 others can open up; when the going gets tough, the tough get going (not my quote!)
For instance, we need just one affluent racehorse owner on this forum on his next visit to the race tracks, to go up to a black punter and offer him a 10% share (free, and not free as being gratuitous) in a horse! Or,take 20 punters, and give them a 20% stake in a horse; free, of course!
Such a genuine gesture will not only thrust him/her into the limelight, but will do wonders for inter-race relations! The ramifications and consequences are mind-boggling!
I can telll you, without any fear of contradiction, that almost every black punter would love to own a racehorse. Once they own one, and experience first-hand the highs and lows of ownership, they will not only have a different perspective, but will also educate other punters. Many punters harbour the suspicion that the white trainers 'fix' races; Benneth Bulana will never win races as he does not know the 'muti' that the 'mlungus' use!
We all need to remove our blinkers to create an honestly united, proud South Africa! That will shut up the Malemas, Mlabas and Sisulus faster than lightning!
Is this enough or did I overstay your hospitality?
SCOTIA:
You are right, this has been a classic thread, devoid of personal attacks (besides the obvious jests!) & a tribute to you that it has been aired on ABC. One day, perhaps, TellyTrack will have the balls to invite such discussion live, uncensored!
