There is no basic inconsistency between ideals and realistic possibilities - no separation between the desires of heart and of mind and the rational application of human effort to human problems. Of course to adhere to standards, to idealism, to vision, in the face of immediate dangers takes great courage and self-confidence. But we also know that only those who dare to fail greatly, can ever achieve greatly. A third danger is timidity. Few people are willing to brave the disapproval of their fellows, the censure of their colleagues, the wrath of their society.
Moral courage is a rare commodity.
Yet it is the one essential, vital quality for those who seek to change the world. For far too long now I believe as a society we have let our politicians and political party s get away with behaviour that is unacceptable and not in our community s interest. The state may be given up as lost. SA First urges people to get involved in the political process so they can have a real say in the decisions that effect their lives. We all have to stand up and take responsibility for our political affairs.