Between Twitter and Facebook I have nearly 70,000 followers, so my colleagues receive the responses. They show some of them to me, and I am always interested to read what people have to say. I filter all the information that reaches me, from letters in the newspaper, to conversations. There are many influences that shape my decisions, and often people on Twitter are thinking along the same lines as I do on an issue.
Helen ZilleIn essence, the education department argues that the quality of the education children receive is irrelevant, as long as someone stands in front of the class.
Helen ZilleThe internet must be used to maximise open communication and we should encourage the expansion of its use.
Helen ZilleWe will see at the end of the day. I don't like to speculate. Our goal in this election is to do better than in the last one.
Helen ZilleHaving a Facebook and Twitter profile allows me to keep more in touch with people, particularly young South Africans and those who are part of the online community. I was amazed that anyone might be interested in what I do and who I meet. Now I know what people will be interested in.
Helen Zille