The political risks involved in being honest

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If we are being honest about being honest we might admit that for politicians, being honest is full of risks. But then again, so is lying.
However, the honest truth is that Joburg - South Africa’s economic and cultural centre point - is very badly run and consequently it constitutes an opportunity for the DA’s new mayoral candidate Helen Zille.
Mark Barnes and Tim Cohen discuss Zille’s chances - and the problems she might face if she does win.
Then there is also the dollar. Listen Up!
22 Sep English Explicit South Africa News · News Commentary

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