Why voting still matters when politics has failed voters
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Professor Tshepo Lephakga argues that voting remains necessary despite widespread political failure. Many South Africans feel betrayed by dysfunction, corruption, and poor service delivery. However, the professor suggests that refusing to participate in elections can be counterproductive. Such abstention may leave power in the hands of individuals who deserve it least.
South Africans may feel betrayed by corruption, poor service delivery and political dysfunction. But refusing to vote can leave power in the hands of those least deserving of it, argues Professor Tshepo Lephakga.