An election should, while permitting robust debate, still be an environment where all who live in South Africa have a sense of belonging, legitimacy, and acceptance, writes the author. (Gallo Images/Misha Jordaan)
In light of
the rise of populism, Ben Winks examines the question of
whether political parties and candidates can campaign on the basis of such
blatantly anti-constitutional and anti-democratic propaganda.
South
Africa is no stranger to inflammatory populist rhetoric from political leaders,
especially in the run-up to significant elections.
By
populism, I refer to anti-establishment appeals to "the people" to
rise up against "others" who threaten their economic, social or moral
interests.
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