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William M. Gumede

South Africa

William M. Gumede is a former deputy editor of The Sowetan, Johannesburg. He is the author of the bestselling Thabo Mbeki and the Battle for the Soul of the ANC. His new book, The Democracy Gap: AfricaŹ¼s Wasted Years, will be released in the U.S. in May, 2009. Close.

William M. Gumede

South Africa

William M. Gumede is a former deputy editor of The Sowetan, Johannesburg. more »

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August 23, 2006 2:02 PM

Don't Impose Sanctions, Talk First

Johannesburg, South Africa - At this stage United Nations sanctions against Iran would be an ineffective strategy. Without first talking with the regime, imposing sanctions would only strengthen the hand of Iran hardliners.

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August 30, 2006 11:23 AM

Anti-Americanism Costs Money

Johannesburg, South Africa - America's policies often anger many of its friends across the globe, and turn neutral observers hostile. From a distance, it looks like the world is more sensitive to U.S. foreign and security policies than even its own citizens.

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