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March 7, 2013

Pistorius Case Takes Racial Turn

Khaya Dlanga, Mail and Guardian

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Oscar Pistorius's father made some incendiary comments when he said that the ANC-led government does not protect white people, which is why they have to arm themselves. The complexities of race in South Africa have been exposed once again. Who is the greater victim of crime? Pistorius's father suggested – without any facts to back his comments – that white people were greater victims. He was only supported by emotion. He reminded me of a parent who blames the school after their son is expelled for being a bully.

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