Powerful Nelson Mandela Interview at Town Hall, USA that amazed the whole world (June 21st 1990)

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This ABC News special features the first interview granted by Nelson Mandela on his June 1990 visit to the United States. Mr. Mandela speaks with Ted Koppel for 71 minutes and answers questions from the studio audience. Topics covered include his 27 years in South Africa's prisons, the struggle against apartheid and its eventual collapse, and the future of a united South Africa. News footage and analysis bookend the interview and place the viewer unfamiliar with events in context. Shared for historical purposes. I do not own the rights.
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[@alicemasemola2319]

Unshaken, unbothered, charismatic, with a calmness of the air. This man was the best leader I have ever seen. He understood the assignment. May we learn and be better through Mr Mandela’s speeches and just the way he thought. Amandla.

[@aaabbb-py5xd]

Lol, he's held as an example only because he promised no retribution against the brutal rule of the whites. In other words, he was held up because he was a house slave (think the word that begins with n). He understood his assignment indeed.

[@alicemasemola2319]

@@aaabbb-py5xd He acted in love. He understood the heavenly assignment. Something many like you fail to grasp. If you have ears you will hear. If you have eyes you will see that what this man did was to prevent war.

[@aaabbb-py5xd]

@@alicemasemola2319 Then free every prisoner from your prisons. Responsibility is no longer a thing. And no wonder Europe wanted to push Christianity during colonialism. Christianity is the source of one way logic that enslaves people and aids and abets the thugs. So yes, lay down your arms, avoid war and be my bitch. The alternative is death. So take the shortcut and love me like my bitch. It's all about love.

[@jakelewis7381]

I’m 27 going through it with racial attacks and this man saves me still today

[@anitamwale5191]

I'm sorry that you're going through this 😔

[@forgiatocapone7279]

Your white ass going through what exactly?

[@ustazkedir7389]

"For anybody who changes his principles depending on whom he is dealing with, that is not a man who can lead a nation" ❤️

[@khanyisamzinjana7748]

Ramaphosa is changing each and every single day that guy is not a leader that can take South Africa in to places. He don't care about poor people of South Africa

[@brianaluwani7642]

@@khanyisamzinjana7748 u should be Zuma supporter cz u kept quite while he was messing up the country, Cyril is 10 times better than Zuma on building better south Africa

[@adeniyiajayi756]

@@brianaluwani7642 ok Po Po

[@jackhenry170]

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[@mamagasemakgaleng6108]

@@khanyisamzinjana7748 0

[@brokejaw]

Look how everyone is so respectful, cordial and patient when talking and asking questions

[@samadeshan7905]

I have been watching this over and over through out the years . An African leader lecturing the US about principles. Nailed it.

[@justiceaggreygod]

Yes he did nailed it. He driven by conviction and he knows what his convictions are.

[@josephnganga568]

Much respect 🙏 Nelson

[@adelejonker6110]

I love what Mandela accomplished in some regards but in this interview, i don’t understand what people are raving about. Mandela implied that it is okay to support other nations that violate the same human rights as was being violated in SA as long as they support you, you support them. ( that is the ANC policy but he is the leader of the ANC) This is a self serving attitude to take and not for the highest good of all. This is flawed thinking, and horrible position to take. It is immoral. The guy in the audience is correct. It is hypocracy at its worst!! I was equally disappointed by Mandela’s answer. He’s not drawn into racial issues of other nations he states, but he wants help from other countries relating to racial affairs in SA. Please Mandela’s urgument and reasoning in this regard was ludacris!!! How is this high reasoning? And what is admirable about this?

[@adelejonker6110]

@Billy The Goat i think you are missing the point. They are refering to human rights issues. Apartheid was a racial regime that violates human rights to freedom. But they will support another country/ leader that does the same ( violating human rights), as long as they support the ANC. And you know what if you don’t care about human right treaties/ international bill of human rights, than sure maybe tje case that counties should not bother interfering with other countries even if they transgressed against human rights, but by that argument the United States shouldn’t have interfered with RSA and apartheid at that time. The USA put sanctions on RSA at the time which forced the apartheids goverment of the time ( the National party) to give up their power. How is that not intefering( telling other countties what to do in your words) then? And just to take things further by that same argument America shouldn’t have them intervened with Hitler/ nazi movement. When human rights violations are overlooked it easily leads to war. SA was on the edge of civil war for that very reason and the united states as well as other countries all agree to put economic sanctions on the country to force them into a position to relinquish control. So Mandela came into power thanks to that very same interference he doesn’t condone. It is hypocritical the guy i the audience is correct, so for Mandela/ Anc to state that they will support other countries that violates human rights, by accepting help and giving help to them in return is a “ you scrath my back, ill scrath yours” situation which is appalling and leave no space for moral standards. And hey alot of people argue you scratch my back i scrtach yours no matter the consequence but with human rights violations overlooked it often leads to severe travisties and even war. You are correct however by saying Mandela’s argument is simple. And I don’t mean that as a compliment.

[@adelejonker6110]

@Billy The Goat I don’t understand what the relevance of your first paragraph is other than racial issues exists everywhere? But racials issues and being discriminated against openly with law and order based on race, is not the same. That is a human rights violation which is not the same as mere racial issues which I think you are refering to and is merely prejudice. But be that as it may or if not. You made alot of assumptions about me. I never refered to you directly or attacked you, i just don’t agree with your opinion. But you made alot of assumtions about me regarding my viewpoint of England and the colonization of India ect. I don’t know how you arrived at your conclusions, other than the fact that i didnt mention anything on the matter regarding the UK. However the only reason i used the United states as an example and not the British as you say regardt interference was because of the crowd being adressed, which was held in the USA if im correct and thus relevant. And the last paragraph you wrote, acctually support my argument, that you cannot teach moral virtues if you show no morality yourself. And Mandela’s viewpoint in my opnion is not moral, but he is regarded as a hero in this regard. Everybody is surely intitled to their own viewpoints and political positions. I just wished his answer championed humanities virtues as a whole, something to admire instead of the regular whatever serves me and my interest only which is like most regular poeple’s viewpoint. And yes maybe higher moral viewpoints would not have served him in the practical sence in his situation, as the ANC was desperate. But that doesn’t make his viewpoint anymore admirable or deem him superior as a leader in my opinion. What i do admire was his commitment to his party’s struggle and their goals. The problewm i have with that viewpoint of Mandela is that itbis a self serving attitude which the ANC kept. To this day they are still in power, with a viewpoint of if you are not with them, you are against them and thus they are justified human injustices to their fellow country men. Just to share a practical implication of this type of thinking. If you work for goverment, and maybe decide to change from supporting the ANC to another party or do not support one of their decisions, you are very likely to lose your job or encounter severe resistance. Therefore Mandela may be a good leader to his country, bit I don’t think his overall viewpoints should be praised as some idealistic goals for other leaders to achieve, which sounds to me like the case when i read alot of the remarks made regarding this interview. How his praised for his higher thinking. I just don’t agree with it. Its just my take on it.

[@mohammedmiah8427]

“I don’t know if I’ve paralyzed you”. A legendary man, a true statesman above all a fantastic human being. RIP Madiba.

[@memorymalunga670]

Then he shakes the man's hand after that comment. He was a class act.

[@ogbonnakingsley3130]

I have watched this interview more than 7 times and am not tire 🥺🥺This is legendary, I love MANDELA ❤️

[@ugbalaarya5213]

His book also good, also motivational

[@clausemsemwa297]

You may watch 1000 times and never get tired....

[@adelejonker6110]

I dont know what everybody else is listening to? The crowd seems unintelligent as well. Mandela implied that it is okay to support other nations that violate the same human rights as was being violated in SA as long as they support you, you support them. This is a self serving attitude to take and not for the highest good of all. This is flawed thinking, and horrible position to take. It is immoral. The guy in the audience is correct. It is hypocracy at its worst!! I was equally disappointed by Mandela’s answer. He’s not drawn into racial issues of other nations he states, but he wants help from other countries relating to racial affairs in SA. Please Mandela’s urgument and reasoning in this regard was lacking severely. Though i do have great admiration for what he accomplished in the broad sense.

[@queenmarowa7657]

I love this man

[@warsamarague3905]

larger dan life RIP MADIBA

[@MrDokuritsu]

27 years in jail but his mind is as sharp as a tack. His ability to not give his heart and mind away, and his ability to forgive are some of the greatest lessons his life gives us.

[@augustomundombe829]

Nelson Mandela the biggest clown slave for the colonialists and imperialists supremacists DEVILS. Nelson Mandela the one that sold out South AfriKKKa, Africa, and our African people :(

[@lloydbrown2707]

most profound

[@kervinaham7375]

@@augustomundombe829 you think so, one man can not do it all, they run with the baton to where they can, and hand it over so next man can also take it further

[@cherrypichick6782]

Hey wait...in June 1990 I was a Master's Degree student at CCNY, but I did not get invited to this Town Hall. 😫 Guess I was so wrapped up in my own studies. Amazing to watch this on You Tube all these years later!!! I just watched, "The Color of Freedom (Goodbye Bafana)" What an amazing and beautiful man was Mr. President Mandala. So happy to have a front row seat with him now! 😍

[@joedalmeida5204]

That kid summed up the love and admiration we all had, still have and will always have for Madiba. What a finale to a remarkable show of wisdom, values and knowledge of international and internal affairs. Priceless video content.

[@farajbeden7786]

Mandela was indeed a very very powerful man! Having served such a long time ⌛ in prison and still speaking with such power!!!!

[@Leyto591]

"I don't know if I have paralyzed you," he jokingly asks. He did! He blew everyone away! So cool. So at ease. Steely conviction and yet so warm and calm. Such powerful, yet carefully delivered and easily understood words. A true masterclass in how to be a politician. The absolute best there ever was. This was a brilliant interview that displayed all of Mandela's qualities at their fullest.

[@andrewfernandes4288]

I'm watching this interview for the 3rd time and am still awestruck with the way Mr. Mandela answers sticky questions. A lot to learn I suppose. Mr. Mandela's poise, preciseness, focus, and clarity of mind in expressing himself is amazing. That's why he is called a great statesman. Long live his legacy. Love from Mumbai.

[@TUISAMAUMAITUALAEFIA]

I thought you would comment on finding out who is Bernard a little boy after the interview. Concerning you watched it the third time now. 😆

[@andrewfernandes4288]

@@TUISAMAUMAITUALAEFIA : please read my comment once again. Thanks. What's Bernard the little boy got to do with what I commented upon.

[@adelejonker6110]

18:28 the crowd is so uniformed. I don’t understand what you all are hearing. I love what Mandela accomplished in some regards but in this interview, Mandela implied that it is okay to support other nations that violate the same human rights as was being violated in SA as long as they support you, you support them. ( that is the ANC policy but he is the leader of the ANC) This is a self serving attitude to take and not for the highest good of all. This is flawed thinking, and horrible position to take. It is immoral. The guy in the audience is correct. It is hypocracy at its worst!! I was equally disappointed by Mandela’s answer. He’s not drawn into racial issues of other nations he states, but he wants help from other countries relating to racial affairs in SA. Please Mandela’s urgument and reasoning in this regard was ludacris!!! How is this high reasoning? And what is admirable about this?

[@andrewfernandes4288]

@@adelejonker6110 : Ms. Jonker, you haven't heard his full interview. Also. He has explained that the ANC first approached the US senate, but they didn't even give them a chance of representation let alone come close to giving help. At such a time, Mr. Fidel Castro, Mr. Arafat and Mr. Gaddafi came forward to help and that too not morally but they placed resources at their disposal. Listen carefully, don't be judgemental without knowing the whole content of Mr. Mandela's speech. OK. Then why would so many Americans applaud at his rebuttals? Go through his speech once again. Thank you.

[@ntozamodaweti4596]

He was the best

[@peoplebuilders8268]

The confidence and wisdom of Mandela is eternally contagious. After 31 years of this speech it is still very fresh and useful to fight stubon dictators in the world. Thank you Mandela. Amos, Tanzania, East Africa.

[@rholdagosain5649]

Regal, witty and charming: true Mandela style

[@TeachersTVAfrica]

Thank you Amos.

[@sylmcleod-fz4mv]

​@@rholdagosain5649 ❤

[@Popota335]

More than 21years and still resonating, That's greatness

[@jamesthethread5234]

Pastorselinamaluleke @James Smith

[@mustafahkhasawneh4369]

31 years*

[@sharifahgawanas]

Today marks exactly 9 years since his passing. Feels like yesterday. Man I loved this man so so much I remember when I was very young I would take his pictures from the drum magazine and keep them in my flip file. He is one of the biggest inspirations in my life. Definitely the best of a very few people who walked this earth. What a man. I love and miss you so much. You'll forever be in our hearts. I will do my utmost best to have a golden heart like yours. Rest in perfect peace and power. Tata Madiba.🕊♥️✨

[@WarthogARJ]

Oh yes. Beautiful statement.

[@rosemwenjeri1004]

I can't believe I'm listening to this interview for the first time. Where have I been? I'm literally awed

[@schelliegris7481]

This man, his pragmatism, his honesty, his absolute focus on South African issues, is a hero

[@leonardguillory2511]

Not to mention the time he spent imprisoned. Even After the Whole World knew he was being held on Trumped up charges!

[@frankdivine7828]

A great man mandela

[@vusindlela9288]

@@leonardguillory2511 ffy

[@onemansvoice2464]

It's not only me, who still have Mr Mandela at heart , im seeing you guys your comments are not 10 hours old , they are still fresh

[@Tyron.Dlamini]

any man who changes his priciples depending on whom he's dealing with , is not a man who is fit to lead...wow that was deep

[@Mahmoud-ko9eb]

"One of the mistakes that some political analysts make, is to think that their enemies should be our enemies" - RIP Mandela

[@muhammadbey6923]

Nationhood Citizenship self-determination and Land.

[@chipallomhagama6969]

Nice, never ever heard quality responses of this kind 👏

[@wonderyearsdouche475]

Rest in Peace Morgan Freeman, You're missed but never forgotten❤️🙏

[@innocentzmtonga9349]

👋👋👏👏👍👍👍

[@eddiegaidows5252]

He is a true leader who is firm on his own principles and not intimidated by what others think and say. A leader with heart and integrity. His fight is for his people to be free on their own land and not be dictated by a foreign syetem. That is leadership at it's absolute and dignified best.He has left behind a lasting legacy. God give him peace and rest.

[@dedontobeli9362]

"Your ennemies ARE NOT our ennemies" explicitly clear from great minds

[@trishul1331]

A humble man. A great man. A proud man.

[@philippegitonga991]

This man is an ICON. RIP Tata Mandela

[@victormello3773]

The ANC of today really destroyed the beautiful legacy they had. It's so sad.

[@ZANDIJOHNSON]

Greed nd corruption =African leaders

[@anatomihvk1628]

The same ANC that failed at Codesa is the same ANC you see today, nothing has changed.

[@andamlakandfitret6561]

The power of words! Refreshing to see a proud self determined, confident, and reserved but not limited, come head to head with challenging issues and come out as a hero to those who identify.

[@linnyclarke890]

@Donnell Boozer I’m

[@tilethio]

Although many of the questions were purposely designed to be cross questions so that to put him in cheos of west east politics and domestic SA politics, he knew where they are heading and give definitive answers which makes them ashamed.

[@leonardguillory2511]

@ANDY LUMEH © I bring you Gold. TAKE THAT TO the appropriate Group!✊🏿🤠🥱🙇🏿

[@adelejonker6110]

Mandela’s answers were severely flawed and problematic. The guy in the audience stating that is is immoral is correct. It is immoral to suppport other nations that violates human rights when you yourself are aiming to rectify that same human rights. And then to say you won’t get involved in other countries racial issues ect, when you are requesting support from other countries to get involved on your country’s racial issues. How is this not a self serving attitude? Its is not in the common good for all and a horrible example. As long as you help me i will help you. This is a terrible policy. His reasoning is flawed.

[@chidi2811]

"You are rewarding Mr Deklerk for solving problems he created."👏

[@masandemtshisile6678]

😂😂😂😂

[@anatomihvk1628]

Funny how the oppressors are more inlove with him than those he was liberating.

[@JackSmith-ou1dg]

You are rewarding Mandela for solving problems he created 10 most dangerous countries: Rank Country Crime Index 1 Venezuela 86.76 2 Papua New Guinea 80.79 3 South Africa 76.86 4 Afghanistan 76.31 5 Honduras 74.54 6 Trinidad And Tobago 71.63 7 Guyana 68.74 8 El Salvador 67.79 9 Brazil 67.49 10 Jamaica 67.42

[@chidi2811]

@@JackSmith-ou1dg as defined by whom??

[@JackSmith-ou1dg]

@@chidi2811 As defined by statistics released by the current South African government.

[@meshackwabomba9839]

Over many years but still the speech has a big sense ,Rest in peace legend

[@thecrownjewelofpoetry9432]

I am honored to have written a poem for President Nelson Mandela in my book (Ether by Robert Frost ).Peace and love King forever more ❤

[@bufiletheos2368]

We will always tell our children that in South Africa has been a Hero called Nelson Madiba Mandela.

[@derekplummer8970]

Every country in this world 🌍 should name a significant area in their country after Nelson Mandela my country Guyana 🇬🇾 done so 👏

[@bhpp.n.ndlovu-gabavu6220]

Marvelous answers by the late Icon of the liberation struggle his responses are spiritual gift from almighty God that is Nelson Mandela the Super Star

[@LensEye8]

Over 30 years have passed and the legacy remains intact like it was yesterday. Legends are made of this mettle! Rest in peace Amandla!

[@fartingpenguin216]

Remains intact? South Africa is a total mess, idk what planet you’re on.

[@LensEye8]

@@fartingpenguin216 I had no idea punguins do fart There's no perfection in the world not even in dAmErica!, but I do know for a fact that South Africans enjoy their freedom today.

[@edwardmuse2106]

WHITE PEOPLE INVADED AFRICA TORTURED AND KILLED AFRICANS FOR YEARS WHITE PEOPLE SHOULD BE ASHAMED OF THEIR DEMONIC BEHAVIOR AND LEAVE THE MOTHER LAND

[@wisanimongwe1257]

Q

[@ashes2diamond]

South Africa is a sh*t hole only footsteps away from equaling Venezuela in crime and poverty. In most provinces the law and police is more a theory than a reality, our politicians are among the most corrupt in the world (ANC), public service and transport has collapsed across the country, load shedding is up to 8 hours a day because of said ANC corruption. What (*&$#$%$% planet do you live on to make this comment?

[@matsmfeka3852]

When I feel at a loss for words to describe today's leadership, globally, I come back to this interview. A class act. None compares to him amongst the present. 'I don't know if I've paralyzed you'.

[@adelejonker6110]

I love what Mandela accomplished in some regards but in this interview, i don’t understand what people are raving about. Mandela implied that it is okay to support other nations that violate the same human rights as was being violated in SA as long as they support you, you support them. ( that is the ANC policy but he is the leader of the ANC) This is a self serving attitude to take and not for the highest good of all. This is flawed thinking, and horrible position to take. It is immoral. The guy in the audience is correct. It is hypocracy at its worst!! I was equally disappointed by Mandela’s answer. He’s not drawn into racial issues of other nations he states, but he wants help from other countries relating to racial affairs in SA. Please Mandela’s urgument and reasoning in this regard was ludacris!!! How is this high reasoning? And what is admirable about this?

[@jordanwilkins7622]

Hi Im a SouthAfrican chatting from my grandson phone I was ANC comrade in the struggle to I'm a senior citizen now went through the same struggles that in South Africa JUST A PITY.. he could only serve one term I salute him AMANDELA LONG LIVE THE SPIRIT OF MANDELA LONG LIVE ✊✊✊✊✊✊ POWER TO THE PEOPLE

[@gastonabah3233]

Oh my God, I've been watching this for over 3 years and each time I see the young lad I feel like it's time for the young people to bring a change not only in Africa but in the world. RIP MADIBA

[@erichawkins5738]

“We do not care if the cat is black or white as long as it can catch mice”. Brilliant!! Lol

[@riley_nunez]

a Xhosa idiom.

[@waqarulhaq2503]

This is how South Africa needs to be. We are a rainbow nation. Whether you black, white or Indian or whatever colour, race, gender, etc. It does not matter. What matters is your ability to do good for your country. To look forward and educate yourself and the next generation. Find peace.

[@mozeduru9363]

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[@mozeduru9363]

@@waqarulhaq2503l Pl

[@linonyok6532]

You right in this statement.

[@lwandilendendwa614]

What a brilliant man he spoke with such confidence and wasn't shaken by any of these questions

[@treylee2060]

The best, right next to his best friend O.R, in my estimation.

[@stephensinka5616]

One of the greatest human who have existed in this world

[@edwardmuse2106]

NELSON MANDELA WAS NOT ONLY BRILLIANT HE WAS A PEACE WARRIOR SENT FROM GOD THE FATHER THROUGH JESUS CHRIST THE SON

[@edwardmuse2106]

CAPITALISM SOCIALISM COMMUNISM ARE NOT ONLY JUST LABELS BUT NEITHER OF THESE SYSTEMS HAVE PROVEN TO LEAD TO A MORE PERFECT UNION AS LONG AS HUMAN BEINGS ARE BORN IN SIN NOTHING WILL BE PERFECT EXAMPLE UNDER CAPITALISM DEMOCRACY REPUBLIC SLAVERY RESTED COMFORTABLY AND BECAME APART OF THE DEMOCRACY REPUBLIC CAPITALISM

[@edwardmuse2106]

WHY DO WESTERN NATIONS OR WHITE NATIONS THINK THAT THE WHOLE WORLD MUST THINK AND ACT AS THEY THINK

[@khethangcobo8898]

Watching the same interview 3 times a week, legendary interview.

[@thinusmilner2538]

Why is it legendary? He lied all the way.

[@ngwenya5583]

@@thinusmilner2538 You don't know what you are talking about.

[@eyesthatsmile-heartthatlov8050]

@@thinusmilner2538 I feel sorry for you. You are so full of hate, you can't handle the truth.

[@Sharon_McCluskey]

@@thinusmilner2538 go to sleep, its past your bedtime 🌙 😴

[@thinusmilner2538]

You are being misled so easily. I really feel for you.

[@mzimasiqotyana1947]

Oh man, this never gets old...what a great man! Truly the greatest to have walked the earth, and that last part with the boy just showed his humanity! May he continue resting in peace.

[@MS-ns2pj]

I have always found it interesting that people will blindly assume that Mandela is a hero, but they’ve failed to do the research. If they had, they would find that he was a rapist, a molester, a murderer, and a thug. I see the same hero worship of Che, who was guilty of the same crimes. Mandela preferred his lovers to be under 15.

[@MS-ns2pj]

@Esoteric Schizochad Yes. They’re deaf, dumb, and blind. They fail to do the research. These people are evil.

[@adrenalinejunkey5038]

The charisma of a lion, superb intellect and a daunting presence...unyielding determination and will in the face of the most dire of circumstances, just an immovable force and a true champion of justice. Rest in peace.

[@ellekewilms6891]

There, you said it!

[@jeanonaichimatira8679]

Thst is the longest round of applause I’ve ever heard❤️

[@daldione]

I'm lost for words📢...very powerful, captivating and inspirational🙏 Love and Peace to all!

[@angom2049]

What a great interview! He was so poised and barely looked at the interviewer. Madiba, may your great Soul continue to rest in Power.

[@aulamongi2020]

Watching this today 15 November 2021 am proud of you Nelson

[@tesfayearedo740]

Still the show feels like alive streaming …greatest show of the century .thank you for sharing this soul searching philosopher of end time may be next to lord Jesus !

[@edithkampambamansfield6182]

A true legend, Rest in perfect peace great man of Africa. 🙏

[@leonardguillory2511]

Why you wanna restrict his "greatness" to Africa? Would you limit George Washington to the USA?

[@seanou2837]

@@leonardguillory2511 George Washington is not great anywhere else.

[@martym.davies7116]

I only watch this when I want to scream for the truth.

[@sadohmohammed2177]

This is what we need in life ( AFRICAN LEADERS )

[@neighborhoodwatch3289]

I watched this entire interview, live...years ago, and I never forgot it. It takes an outsider, to expose America for what it really is. I've admired Nelson Mandela every since.

[@YesThatsJohnno]

As a South African who grew up in the 70's and 80's, I benefited from Apartheid. However, as a young boy and teenager, I always knew it was wrong. I love the changes we have experienced. My only wish is that he was still alive and still leading our beautifully diverse country.

[@andamlakandfitret6561]

I command you sir. It takes courage.

[@albertr.henderson8646]

Nelson Mandela is a hero and a great humanitarian not only to the South African people but a gentleman who is advocating against racial injustices that plague the world. His position and work effects the entire world. As evil surrounds the 🌎 world. Evil is a malignant cancer and effects every household and every human being in the world. Injustice against one man is an injustice against the entire world. We need more men and women to rise up and be within the world their own Nelson Mandela. The horrors and injustices in South Africa be it apartheid or economic oppression is an evil. That must be confronted and condemned. The rulers of South Africa or Israel or the United States or in Russia or China or in Africa or in Afghanistan or in Pakistan or Europe or in Philippines or India or Canada or South America or in Mexico or in the Ukraine or in Venezuela or in Cuba or in any place in the World must be held accountable if the act as tyrants and as evil doers. Nelson Mandela is a bright jewel in this world against evil and We need to hold our own selves accountable to fight against evil wherever it is.Even if we risk or lose our lives for combating against the injustices of evil. If those of good will and of moral conscious don't fight against evil then we have betrayed ourselves and betrayed God.Nelson Mandela is a remarkable man.For he endured evil set against him and he endured the evil set against not only the South African people but the evil set against the whole of humanity. The Palestinian people and those of good conscience and of good will must confront the Israeli government who oppress them. The people of Afghanistan must rise up and fight against theTaliban and take back their country from those who oppress them and mankind around the world must rally to help them to overcome their oppressor. World peace maybe an a utopian vision but Mankind must not remain silent in not combating the evil that terrorizes the world.Food and Aid must be given to all those who are fighting against evil around the world.No country is Free if its people and people around the world don't join together to fight to be free from any evil that exploits and enslaves humanity. Nelson Mandela is a knight that seeks to overthrow evil and injustices in their home native country and around the world. Evil is rampant around the world yet it is not sustainable when a man or a woman or a people takes up the crusade to fight against it. In fact the evil in the world is easily beaten by a determined people who cast the light of truth and justice on it; and where there maybe need take up open revolt against it. I say fight the good fight against evil. Dare not let Nelson Mandela fight and life be in vain.Take up and sound the trumpet against evil and its companion ignorance. Wherever there be evil or human suffering or oppression upon a people or person or against humanity at large resist it. Shine the light of truth and justice on it. Be a Grace Tolbert be a Nelson Mandela, David Brookings, Fredrick Douglas, Gertrude Stein, be a people who fight against evil and against the dark principalities that maim and murder innocent people and that is the true enemy of humanity. We must never allow a holocaust or a genocide of people to be the norm. We must combat injustice and evil wherever it maybe quartered .

[@brendonmartin9737]

Well he would have overstayed his welcome like the rest of other African leaders , he did his part and moved on to retirement. I personally feel that was the greatest legacy of his leadership. Most African leaders wants to cling to power forever.

[@zozibiningqula3316]

Very few if you who think like that bless your heart

[@nobulingisaboko7550]

Well said

[@margaretdiana33]

To me he is a man of Integrity. Atleast he played his part in restoring humankind. He did what he could in his human capacity. He left a legacy for all of us who would like to see a better world. He left us a gap of which each one of us to play our part to fill. God bless his soul.

[@catherinegita1723]

Rest in glory Nelson Mandela! Still listening to this in 2022 and oh my! You were one of a kind Mandela! Rest in glory

[@jobaterah1454]

Great mind, great man, class act! - RIP Nelson Mandela.

[@lydiaandersonanderson5494]

@Hello Job how are you doing?

[@princessglaunaknamibianyou8338]

This world had a great leader, even when his physical presence isn't no more, His spirit lives on! 👏👏 Amongst the most best leaders in the entire world, Mr Nelson Madiba Mandela deserves a distinction.He was a fountain of Wisdom, Continue to Rest well Sir💜

[@leonardguillory2511]

He is(he can't be referred to in the past tense) the Strongest brother to Ever rise to be the President of a Nation!

[@acswan207]

@@leonardguillory2511 Yea what happened? Just words. He did not leave anything enduring .. only chaos is his legacy.

[@princefazzhamdan3133]

@@leonardguillory2511 Greeting from the Royal family of Dubai..... I am Prince Fazza Hamdan..

[@kip_sang7268]

No more can be added to what you have heard

[@bluelagoontipplerloft6130]

@@acswan207 awesome

[@dambardiprawal7129]

Thank you for sharing your story Love from great Nepal 🇳🇵

[@lexxerding]

How much value and weight in his words, speaking calmly but with wisdom and force. We would need someone like that in the world of today. I know of one man who comes close but ufortunately he has been imprisoned and silenced since over five years now... #FreeAssange!

[@greaterbayareahero1401]

Mandela is a legend. He won the heart of the nation and the whole world because he is the man we all wish to become.

[@AfrikQ10]

Mr. Mandela answers based on his past and present experiences. These are what we need to consider when listening to him.

[@Surgeon2023]

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[@tartvtheafricanrepublic7825]

*I am still intrigued by his Brilliance.*

[@leonardguillory2511]

I admire his Commitment to his cause. 27 years behind bars(and you can only imagine the torture he Had to endure.🤬)

[@christianfonye557]

Greatness itself. no words can judiciously describe this man's authenticity and inclination to justice . RIP Madiba the great soul

[@karimbahri6406]

Mr Mandela is a legend and he will never be forgotten deep love to him RIP legend 🇩🇿 🇿🇦

[@joanyoung1411]

And so it is in Jesus name. Amen

[@tesfayearedo740]

Mandela was prisoner for 27 years ……along journey to freedom ..thank God he show the world what true human spirit is….he freed not South African alone ..he. free all oppressed people around the world …..R.I.p.

[@nozimangafepane9005]

You lying

[@speakthetruth5308]

A profile in courage, humility, integrity and leadership. What a contrast in comparison to donald trump.

[@jaydlamini6492]

We are still listening Tata. Even if it takes another 20yrs. Africa will Rise!

[@vusiscuisines7303]

I have learned that regardless in what situation you were in with your enemy, there are some situations where you don’t need to fight fire with fire sometimes wisdom is always key 🇿🇦we were blessed to have Mandela to open us eyes Rest tata

[@MsJamiewatt1]

He's an inspiration to us all in this world 🌎 ❤

[@TeachersTVAfrica]

Indeed. His legacy will outlive him

[@professor_mnwanati]

The presenter could not believe that the old man has got all the relevant answers to the questions.

[@MW-sw6ou]

For anybody who changes his principles depending on whom he is dealing, that is not a man who can lead a nation. Nelson Mandela

[@mbothomamaduna8606]

I only hope Bernad has kept the autograph for not only himself but for his grandchildren.

[@berhanutaye8589]

When you are a strong leader, the world recognizes you as a leader. Let the people of the world recognize you; No one hates you or despises you. Even if you have enemies, your wise leadership You calm down wisdom, but you also prevent misunderstandings, conflicts, struggles, and wars. The respect of the people of the world will not diminish because you do not care whether you are a leader or a leader (even after you step down). When you become a true leader, you will be honored and remembered even after you die. You do not want to destroy them because they are my enemies. A true leader does not resort to violence out of revenge; He shows mercy to those who are called enemies. He did not retaliate, even against his enemies, who had been torturing him for more than a quarter of a century. This is a true freedom fighter who is not greedy for power. Mandela, nicknamed Madiba, is the only South African to stay in power.

[@kommisar.]

Are you fucking kidding? He was a violent communist revolutionary. Also go look up his wife. She was even worse.

[@cliffb1932]

Your worse

[@Frank-Talk]

@@kommisar. bullsh*t !!

[@kommisar.]

@@Frank-Talk Look it up, dude. It's all true.

[@eddiethorne6461]

@@kommisar. ,I researched that Winnie Mandela was accused of complicity in the murder of a young soccer player.She was never convicted,but the man that confessed to the crime was convicted of it.I do not know of anything that she was accused of doing to white people.

[@godfreyrecords9060]

If we're to weigh Mandela's, legacy, significance and contribution to Africa can be worthy than all leaders of Africa who have drained their own economy. You portrayed democracy more than it's preachers. RIP WORLD'S HERO OF ALL TIME! Proud to be African. FOR GOD AND MY COUNTRY 🇺🇬.

[@hannahmazizwa7054]

His spirit still lives on

[@gogochee1122]

Still a great show after 20 plus years...

[@JackSmith-ou1dg]

20 plus years later... 10 most dangerous countries: Rank Country Crime Index 1 Venezuela 86.76 2 Papua New Guinea 80.79 3 South Africa 76.86 4 Afghanistan 76.31 5 Honduras 74.54 6 Trinidad And Tobago 71.63 7 Guyana 68.74 8 El Salvador 67.79 9 Brazil 67.49 10 Jamaica 67.42

[@lekholokoelekotsoanamoloi9593]

30 years

[@williamgreenidge6266]

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[@touringthecitywalking9209]

Still a great show after 31 years (Oct. 2021)!

[@masandemtshisile6678]

I am literally emotional

[@touringthecitywalking9209]

. You are not along in this, me too. What a great leader!

[@treylee2060]

Notice how he set a trap for him right in the beginning because he sensed the hostility. Brilliant!

[@ethanalbertsjr4155]

Every time I think of peace and unity, especially between vast racials, the picture of this great man Madiba, does tread my mind!!🤔 👍😊

[@lusungusibande2815]

Probably the best interview I have come across.

[@abdulrahmanbinabdullah970]

The BEST interview I've ever heard of.....especially the paralysis syndrome.....(Lumut Malaysia)

[@rockgyenyame362]

A true Legend may you rest in heaven 🙏🏾🕊

[@manoyicaptain1042]

"Just to interpret, I just wanted to demonstrate that I am bilingual" rest in peace Dr Mandela

[@refilwemogome7858]

They never saw that coming

[@revtrevorlangamabalane1734]

Lol most of us here in SA are multilingual, we speak at least 3 languages

[@mgemzmgems4261]

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[@adie5981]

@@revtrevorlangamabalane1734 Depends where in South Africa. Most people in the Western Cape are bilingual: Afrikaans and English.

[@stanleybarneyui-nuseb9258]

@@refilwemogome7858 9o9ooloooooooooooooo of ok ooloooooo

[@doreenwatson3130]

I AM IMPRESSED: WE NEED GREAT LEADERS LIKE THESE TO TAKE US THROUGH THESE TOUGH TIMES. GOD BLESS HIS SOUL. I AM TRULY IMPRESSED WITH THE WISDOM AND GREAT KNOWLEDGE EXHIBITED BY MR MANDELA IN ANSWERING THOSE TOUGH QUESTIONS.

[@leonardguillory2511]

He was a Brilliant Mind. An Unparalleled Intellect! "Some leaders of independent countries make the mistake of thinking that Their enemies should be Our Enemies"

[@cliftonmorgan6801]

One of the greatest that walk the earth

[@dimakhoele6058]

Nelson Mandela was a very intelligent and focused man. Very clear of what his wishes were. Profound

[@Prophetmorganjrlombe]

Great Man that lived among us,true icon and an Ambassador of peace,a fountain of Wisdom.

[@talkingarts5299]

Powerful response he knew every answer to every question

[@tilethio]

The majority of the questioners came with a cross question to put him in west east politics and domestic SA politics of the time.

[@gmwani691]

True Peace lover Great Nelson Mandela ❤️❤️🦁

[@musmanmande5171]

If all Africa’s leaders are like Mandela I am 100% sure Africa as a continent would have been the most developed in the world. RIP great and bravest leader in the world.

[@lulitmelake7534]

A true leader that the world has a shortage of. - He gives hope to all mankind. Thanks for posting.

[@ruthgebrewolde5067]

Great man and a great leader! May his soul rest in eternal peace.

[@George79386]

Amen XXX

[@George79386]

Hello

[@stevenlyon8670]

Yes he is really great man

[@bimamtcha9395]

@@George79386 Za8

[@tonyanderson2311]

Hi Ruth

[@mcraycomedian1173]

Hero's mindset and excellent response with firm determination. Great man

[@rehmatullahbaig3241]

Mandela is honest and loyal to his people and country

[@daveondiekaaron2204]

GOD BLESS YOU BROTHER 🤲

[@robertandzongo7669]

@@joatmofa0405 can you explain Who was those killed people ?

[@leonardguillory2511]

@@robertandzongo7669 YES! They Went there killing people! It takes a set of Balls the size of King Kong's to even form your lips to say something like that!

[@servicemabunda3781]

@@joatmofa0405 which ppl did he Kill u fool?

[@mohanoor153]

What a wise man...that is the kind of leader we want in Africa 🌍

[@casinarro]

Mr Nelson Mandela was truly the greatest leader the world has ever seen. I had only read about him, I desperately wanted to to see his persona. Such an amazing confidence and clarity while addressing such a big gathering... He has faced some of the worst oppressions in his life, all his life experience has shaped his world view.

[@sahra4091]

When men were leaders, the generation of heroes.

[@leonardguillory2511]

He carried himself with So much Grace. Them South African Men were Raised by some Strong Mamas and Fathers(Desmond Tutu, and all his contemporaries). You can tell because he could have preached retaliation. But instead he put Michelle's theory into action. "When They go Low, we go High".🥱😁

[@lynettychiromo112]

Only now are some of our African leaders realizing you can not be forced into an enemy. Despite the eyes that look at you speak your truth 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@cjohnson7187]

Beautiful. This is what strength and wisdom looks like

[@jamalnasirntabdinasir9805]

Never gets old the greatest ever ❤

[@hamzah6731]

Mandela was and still the only states man that has ever called Queen Elizabeth by her owns names without Titles. LIKE HELLO ELIZABETH!!!

[@andrewmohlala3262]

🤣😅😅😆

[@thembekamadikizela3344]

He had so much wisdom ❤️❤️

[@kmmahamud]

The little boy Bernado Charles d III who spoke at d end the town hall meeting Made all of us emotiona; If you Notice Mr Mandela was almost bursting into Tears. The boy should be 40 yrs now.

[@lesegomaruping3468]

What a moment for the boy 🥺

[@providencedonkor44]

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[@ahmedashour8177]

The man had big balls. No politician can say what he said even when he was desperate for all the support he can get. May Allah rest him in peace. Amen

[@patrickmeeks1060]

Very wise man very straightforward in a dignified manner is choice of words made me change my vocabulary by letting people know what's going without cursing them out brilliant leader south Africa locked him up for 27 years and he walked out of prison and became the president of south Africa that's a true leader loved by his people and the world

[@kingsempireafrica]

I admire him so much, may his soul rest in peace

[@kiddphillip9293]

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[@bry_sonko2082]

our father Abraham

[@peterjohndutoit]

@@joatmofa0405 he was a freedom fighter and you are a white supremacist.

[@joatmofa0405]

@@peterjohndutoit No. No.

[@TM-ys1kc]

@@joatmofa0405 yes, yes

[@marilynwaaldijk_howell1320]

Thank you for this you guys...and Mr Ted Koppel.

[@lucianomangue5201]

What a powerful and wise full answers from the African icon. The whole world remembers you Tata. RIP.