Julius Malema is right: These troublesome issues have to be on the table – otherwise they do get messy! And that is why you need leadership with transparent communication, political competency and necessary willingness to address difficult matters. Due to the complexity of things the real threat exists that superficial populism will carry the day and he, who promises the biggest pie in the sky will get the most support. However in the past South Africans have showed considerable restraint and political good common sense during elections. Hopefully that will continue in 2012 too. May the triune God have mercy on us all – forgive us our countless sins and evils – and allow peace, prosperity and good will continue reigning in this wonderful land and on the entire continent! Not because we deserve it, but because of his fatherly goodness and compassion with us poor sinners.

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