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Despite the rise of these radical left parties, Kabernac proposes that the Democratic Alliance (DA) will remain a minor player in South African politics, not exceeding 25% of the vote. He attributes this stagnation to the party’s liberal ideologies, which resonate primarily with specific demographics in the Western Cape.
The Voter Exodus and the Need for a Pragmatic Party
Kabernac emphasizes that a vast number of voters find themselves disillusioned and unrepresented. He posits that these citizens are not gravitating toward any existing political party but rather away from them—highlighting a lack of a pragmatic alternative focused on real issues.