Former DA member Liam Jacobs' return to the Democratic Alliance after a year with the Patriotic Alliance has sparked a backlash among some party members, who accuse the DA of applying double standards. Critics argue that Jacobs, who previously labelled the party racist, has been welcomed back while loyal members seeking reinstatement have been ignored. The controversy has reignited debate over accountability, fairness and internal party dynamics within the DA.
Former Democratic Alliance (DA) rising star Liam Jacobs has left the Patriotic Alliance (PA) and returned to the DA amid much fanfare, but not everyone in the party is celebrating.
Several DA members have expressed outrage over Jacobs' return, questioning why he was welcomed back after previously branding the party as racist.
Speaking to IOL, long-serving DA member Shehana Kajee accused the party of applying double standards.
“Liam blatantly told the media that the DA is racist. He claimed that he felt uncomfortable, among other things. Now he waltzes back into the party and is welcomed so warmly.
