Sequel to Long Walk to Freedom - Revision 9 - Chapter 1 Page 19

There would be a rule of law in which all South Africans would be free to participate either directly or through their representatives in the law-making bodies, without discrimination based on race, colour, creed or religion. As far as personal security and crime, the first priority was to address the crime producing conditions that prevailed in our society. The ANC declared that there would be no respect for the institutions that enforce law and order unless the people respect the law. They would do so if the laws were just and if they participated both in their making and enforcement. A just criminal system would enhance respect for the courts and obedience of the law. This is the summary of a comprehensive and well- considered statement of fundamental principles of government by erstwhile ANC "terrorists", who had no previous training or experience whatsoever in governance.