I am provocative, and I admit this. It isn't as if I'm only on the receiving end, a poor, frail little creature. I can be thoroughly nasty when I get going, and I don't pull my punches.

I used to be a fan of proportional representation, but I am not at all now I have seen it in action.

My own electorate, which I represented for 36 years as an anti-apartheid politician, had a considerable number of Jewish voters supporting me throughout my career.

I stand for simple justice, equal opportunity and human rights. The indispensable elements in a democratic society - and well worth fighting for.

[To the South African parliament:] I do not know why we equate - and with the examples before us - a white skin with civilization.

It is increasingly hard for young white people to find jobs, and I can understand why white parents are worried about the future.

This country is armed to the teeth, and none of these African states could begin to attack South Africa.