Baird on Mandela: "He led an entire generation"

“His compassion and forgiveness were real and unimaginable to most people, after his imprisonment for 29 years.

His palpable example was so important to all the people of South Africa, of every colour and racial origin, to promote the cause of reconciliation amongst them.

“He led an entire generation who championed a world cause against apartheid in South Africa and many people, who were continents away from the struggle, worshipped him.”