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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
15 April 2007

Succession "smear campaign" – in UK

The Observer reports today that David Milliband, who might challenge Gordon Brown for the leadership of the Labour Party in the UK, is fearing a smear campaign might be launched against him. Sounds familiar? Maybe our politics are not as abnormal as we sometimes think.
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