The announcement by the DA that it has endorsed its uMngeni mayor, Chris Pappas, as its premier candidate has received mixed reactions.
One view is that 32-year-old, Pappas is moving up the political ladder rather too quickly. Conversely, those who are constantly calling for inter- generational mix in the South African political landscape see this as a move in the right direction.
Both views are credible and sustainable. But it would be fair to judge Pappas on his own
