Quote of the week

Such traditions that are culturally embedded in the white, male, Afrikaans culture and history, which are the basis of the Nagligte traditions, do not foster inclusion of other groups that must now form the new majority of the SU student body. Wilgenhoffers do not seem to appreciate the negative impact of their culture and rituals on the personal rights of certain individuals. This is because they elevate belonging to the Wilgenhof group above the rights of the individual.

Report of independent panel on abuses in Wilgenhof men's residence, University of Stellenbosch
4 April 2007

Britain’s quiet diplomacy… towards Iran

To be consistent, should we not berate Tony Blair because of his quiet diplomacy towards the tyrants in Iran? After all, they hang people there for being gay. In Zimbabwe gay men are “only” locked up and political opponents are tortured. Is this a double standard resulting from racism? Or do we get so excited about Bob because of his proximity to our shores?
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