In his letter "DA backs white interests", Jacques Julies accuses us of denying reality. But it is he who is in denial about the strength and importance of the DA is making.

In his letter "DA backs white interests", Jacques Julies accuses us of denying reality. But it is he who is in denial about the strength and importance of the DA is making.

Not endorsing any particular group, the DA relaunch articulated our dream for an open opportunity society for all - where everyone is free, secure and equal, where everyone has an opportunity to improve the quality of his life and pursue her dreams, and in which every language and culture enjoys equal respect and recognition.

We have always stood for equal and ever-expanding opportunity. We have always believed in each person's dignity and equality and promoted the language, culture and heritage of the rainbow people. We still do.

We are the only party in South Africa which has a substantive and compelling alternative to the ANC's closed patronage society. Our comprehensive policy alternatives to the challenges that our country faces are without peer. We have governed with enormous success in Cape Town and in other municipalities, and have delivered to all citizens.

We love South Africa and we will not rest until our country is a land of hope and opportunity, of peace and prosperity, of safety and security for all. We will continue to prove that we are the only party that can deliver a better future to all South Africans.

Motlatjo Thetjeng, DA national spokesman, Cape Town