DA accuses Moodey of playing race card, says departure ‘unnecessary’
The Democratic Alliance (DA) has described the resignation of its Gauteng leader John Moodey as unfortunate and unnecessary.
Moodey, who was the party’s leader in Gauteng and a federal leadership candidate, announced his resignation from the DA on Wednesday.
In a statement, the DA said Moodey is making a mistake as the party is the only one that can "unseat the ANC and deliver a fair, effective and accountable government".
DA spokesperson Refiloe Nt’sekhe also said it is unfortunate that Moodey left before the conclusion of his case at the party's federal legal commission.
"John has cited alleged unfairness through the charges he faces before our federal legal commission. We confirm that due process was followed, as it always has been. We reject the allegation that these charges amount to a witch-hunt against him.
“It is very unfortunate that he plays the race card to justify his decision to avoid due process.”
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Nt’sekhe added that the party believes it’s still heading in the right direction, despite a number of high-profile resignations.
"We are well on course to become the core of a realigned majority that will defeat the ANC, bring good governance, ensure an economic recovery and an open opportunity society for our country. We thank John for his service and wish him well for his future.”
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Moodey, who was the party's leader in Gauteng and a federal leadership candidate, made the announcement at a press conference on Wednesday. He joined the party back in 1998 and has been a member of the Gauteng legislature since 2004.
