Deputy Speaker, I'm going to respond to the statement by Cope relating to the economic policy. A question that crossed my mind was whether the hon Madisha and hon Dexter agree with the hon member in terms of how he perceives trade unionism. It's very interesting.
I want to help the member understand class contradictions - that there will always be a fundamental contradiction between the working class and the ruling class. It's a fundamental contradiction in any revolution. [Interjections.] Listen; I'm giving you free political education. What you need to understand is that the South African economy is a mixed economy because South Africa is a developmental state. Therefore, we will always address the interests of all classes in society.
At no point have we reverted to Gear, the Growth, Employment and Redistribution strategy, as you are suggesting. That is why I wanted to know whether Madisha and Dexter agree with your proposal to take us back to economic growth that does not create jobs. So, South Africa is a developmental state and its economy is mixed, and it will continue to address the interests of all classes in society. Thank you very much. [Applause.]
Madam Deputy Speaker, I just wanted to make sure that the hon member is aware that she cannot refer to members without using the term "hon". Will she please rise and apologise to the House? [Interjections.]