Lessons from US on choice of second in command

When American presidential hopeful Joe Biden announced his running mate last week, my mind immediately flashed to Deputy President David “DD” Mabuza.

Biden sent out a simple message and e-mail to supporters: “Joe Biden here. Big news: I’ve chosen Kamala Harris as my running mate. Together, with you, we’re going to beat Trump.”..

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