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South African Liberal Stalwart, Rupert Lorimer, Passes Away

One of South Africa’s great liberal stalwarts, Rupert Lorimer, has passed away. Lorimer was elected as a Member of Parliament for the Progressive Party in 1974 and joined Helen Suzman in Parliament in the fight against the brutal apartheid regime. Democratic Alliance National Spokesperson Refiloe Nt’sekhe said the DA is saddened by Lorimer’s passing, and […]

By SAPeople Contributor
04-01-19 11:51
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Image Credit: Twitter@Kate_Lorimer

One of South Africa’s great liberal stalwarts, Rupert Lorimer, has passed away.

Image Credit: Twitter@Kate_Lorimer

Lorimer was elected as a Member of Parliament for the Progressive Party in 1974 and joined Helen Suzman in Parliament in the fight against the brutal apartheid regime.

Democratic Alliance National Spokesperson Refiloe Nt’sekhe said the DA is saddened by Lorimer’s passing, and said that along with his liberal counterparts, Lorimer never shied away from speaking truth to power during South Africa’s darkest days.

“He devoted his life to fighting for freedom and opportunity for all South Africans.

“Lorimer’s courage and passion will not be forgotten, and the DA will continue to fight for his enduring legacy,” said Nt’sekhe.