Nelson Mandela - 1992 Interview

The transcript discusses the involvement of the United Nations in restarting peace talks and investigating violence in South Africa. It highlights the role of a special representative and a monitoring mission to address violence. The ANC's stance on constitutional negotiations and President De Klerk's actions regarding police units are analyzed. Nelson Mandela's meeting with Bill Clinton is covered, focusing on Clinton's commitment to democratic values and the potential re-imposition of sanctions. The transcript concludes with a discussion on US relations and the ANC's diplomatic approach.

What is the primary role of the United Nations as discussed in the first section?

• To restart peace talks and investigate violence

• To mediate between different political parties

• To impose sanctions on South Africa

• To provide financial aid to South Africa

Why are the issues of violence monitoring and constitutional talks considered separate?

• Because violence monitoring is a short-term issue

• Because they involve different political parties

• Because they require different international support

• Because the demands for constitutional talks are not yet addressed

What was President De Klerk's announcement regarding police units?

• He increased funding for police units

• He expanded the police force

• He dismantled police units accused of inciting violence

• He reduced the number of police officers

What is the ANC's view on De Klerk's dismantling of police units?

• They see it as a genuine effort to reduce violence

• They believe it is a tactic to mislead the international community

• They view it as a step towards constitutional talks

• They think it will lead to immediate peace

What was Nelson Mandela's impression of Bill Clinton?

• He believed Clinton would not support sanctions

• He thought Clinton was indifferent to South Africa's issues

• He was impressed by his commitment to democratic values

• He found him lacking in leadership skills

What did Mandela request from Bill Clinton regarding sanctions?

• To ignore the issue of sanctions

• To re-impose sanctions if possible

• To impose new sanctions

• To lift all sanctions immediately

How does the ANC view its relationship with the Bush administration?

• As strained due to differences on sanctions

• As hostile and confrontational

• As non-existent

• As close despite differences on sanctions