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Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was the first President To be elected in fully-representative elections Democratically and fairly held in South Africa Becoming also the nation’s first black President Oldest elected President, as he took office at age 75 Despite CNN’s 2003 false allegation, he’s still alive. It was a Long Walk to Freedom full of struggles Committed to non-violent mass struggle The use of arms being only a last resort Mandela began writing his story while in prison The fires of freedom captivated his imagination By which his vision continually pulled him Much farther than the naked eye itself can see While imprisoned Mandela lived Presidentially Holding his passion and purpose wholeheartedly Until the political door of 1994 opened unto him fully He pursued justice, truth, and reconciliation tirelessly The marvelous reformer didn’t just effect society Mandela shaped both the 20th and 21st century Letting his own light shine brightly, he gave Others permission to do the same unconsciously. Presiding over the transition from minority rule Helping to overthrow the chains of apartheid He won international respect for his advocacy Of national and international reconciliation. “For to be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, But to live in a way that respects and enhances The freedom of others.” Live like sisters and brothers. Full enfranchisement must be graciously granted Dedicated to the struggle of the African people Fighting against domination both white and black Cherishing the ideals of a society living harmoniously Sharing blessings and freedoms economic and politically Persevering for equality of expression and opportunity Prepared to live and die for the sacred rights of humanity Nelson Mandela miraculously gained favor and victory Emerging from prison a hero rather than a villain Transcending the racial divide and cultural collide Triumphantly reconciling his people peaceably For past ANC atrocities taking full responsibility Encouraging peace among the black majority Mandela supported the Springboks rugby team Urging black South Africans to get behind them As South Africa hosted the 1995 Rugby World Cup Mandela wore a Springbok shirt and cheered them As they won an epic final over rival New Zealand Mandela honored the team with a trophy presentation Which he gave to Francois Pienaar, Afrikaner team captain Seen as a major step in the white and black reconciliation. There is much we all can learn from Nelson Mandela A man who respects the sanctity of human life and rights Understands the prisoner’s physical and psychological plight A respected diplomat, Mandela builds bridges among nations Dealing with the dispute between Libya, Britain, and the USA Mandela brought Britain’s Blair to the table and paved the way For negotiations with Colonel Gaddafi for the peaceable handover Of the two Libyans accused of sabotaging Pan Am Flight 103 On December 21st, 1998, which killed 270 lives en route to NYC The Lockerbie bombing, the deadliest attack on American civilians Before the 9/11 destruction, al Qaeda and friendly Saudi shenanigans. Words of wisdom from the batik clad Madiba fluent in Afrikaans “If the United States of America or Britain is having elections, They don’t ask for observers from Africa or from Asia. But when We have elections, they want observers.” What does that tell you? As a U.S. House of Representatives, Dick Cheney voted against A congressional resolution calling for Mandela's release from prison. Years later, Mandela would appropriately call Cheney a "dinosaur". Certainly he is in good company with President Bush a warmonger. In 2003, Mandela attacked the foreign policy of George W. Bush Criticizing the lack of UN involvement in the decision to go to war Mandela urged Americans to join massive protests against Bush Calling on world leaders, especially within the UN, to oppose him "What I am condemning is that one power, with a president who has no Foresight, who cannot think properly, is now wanting to plunge the world Into a holocaust." Mandela attacked the U.S. for its human rights abuses Citing its dropping of atomic bombs on Japan during World War II "If there is a country that has committed unspeakable atrocities In the world, it is the United States of America. They don't care." "No one nation should be complainant, prosecutor and judge." Thank you mkhulu Mandela! We young activists won’t begrudge Your heart, passion, struggle, and ideology we deeply love.
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Paul Davis is a life purpose and love coach (professional & relational), worldwide minister, change master, and FL real estate agent.
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