The Poison Letter

There was a headline on the radio this morning - apparently someone sent a poison letter to the NPA's (National Prosecuting Authority) offices, and the culprits were being sought for questioning.

I read that and thought to myself "I can think of a couple of people who would happily send a poison letter to the NPA. Jacob Zuma or any og his Zumites could have done it. But really, do we need to prosecute?". Then I thought about all the political positioning happening in the country, and my next thought was "Well, I also don't think Zuma is fit to lead the country, but if this is a ploy to make his life difficult then shame on Mbeki." All things aside, we really need to protect freedom of speech, especially against government departments and figures.

Then I found out it was actual poison that had been applied to the letter, and that people had been hospitalised.

Oops. OK, here is a prime example of me getting something wrong. And documented proof that I'm big enough to own up to it.

Well, obviously I agree that those responsible should be sought for questioning. I still think Zuma or one if his Zumites could be responsible, and if so maybe we should request the help of the CIA in "questioning" them, especially since Bush has just recently reaffirmed the use of torture alternative questioning techniques.