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Malaysiakini
8 hours ago
- Politics
- Malaysiakini
Freedom not licence to hooliganism
YOURSAY | 'It is not a licence to hooliganism.' Whip of dissent: Waytha condemns arrest over PM effigy flogging Why nab protester if govt respects freedom of assembly, NGO asks EmEmKay: Malaysian Advancement Party (MAP) president P Waythamoorthy, I do not agree with you. The situation at the Turun Anwar rally took a disturbing turn when some individuals were seen flogging an effigy of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. In addition, previously, there were incidents where certain protestors stepped on or burned the flags of other countries - acts that sparked outrage both locally and internationally. These kinds of actions are deeply troubling and do not reflect the values of a mature democracy. In any functioning democratic society, public protest and dissent are legitimate forms of expression. However, resorting to violent symbolism, personal attacks, or showing disrespect to other nations crosses a line. Such behaviour not only undermines the protesters' credibility but also embarrasses the wider movement and harms Malaysia's reputation on the world stage. Ultimately, protests should be rooted in principle, not hate or provocation. Mature democracies thrive on debate, respect, and responsible activism, not on displays that incite anger or degrade others. Chiakberliao88: Amnesty International Malaysia's freedom of expression campaigner Kiran Kaur said it was a peaceful assembly. In that case, Bersatu leader Badrul Hisham Shaharin, popularly known as Chegubard, should adhere to its motto, 'Peaceful', and they should be allowed to express their views freely. Why did he resort to canning an effigy of a leader he disliked, in this case, Anwar? Though it was only an effigy, it was like a provocation which could spark reciprocal actions. I am not a fan of Anwar, but the way Chegubard did it was wrong, in my opinion. As I have said before, the best and ultimate way to determine a government is by the ballot box. If Badrul dislikes Anwar so much, then stand against him in whichever constituency he may stand and let the voters be the judge. BlueCougar1744: Freedom to assemble, freedom of expression as enshrined in our Federal Constitution cannot and must not be misconstrued to the extent of slandering, whipping of a mocked effigy of leaders. These cannot be tolerated. If these are allowed, and if the protestors do not like certain leaders, they can do what they deem is right, then it must be condemned and brought to justice. We cannot allow such a culture in our society, as this is not our culture. I may not like what the government has failed at, and that does not allow me to slander or make effigies out of them to whip them out of my displeasure. We cannot behave like hooligans. Just a Malaysian: I am no longer a fan of the Madani government, but I feel Anwar gave more freedom to air opposing views when compared to previous prime ministers. But many, like Badrul, twist facts and figures to create hatred and fear of the masses towards the government. This is no longer freedom of speech; it borders on sedition, and if this had happened during Dr Mahathir Mohamad's rule, Chegubard would have been arrested under the Internal Security Act and sent to Kamunting. Such toxicity must not be allowed to continue. Coward: We need to see the charges before deciding whether the arrest is justified. Freedom of assembly does not mean you can run amok during that assembly and still expect no consequences. One important distinction this time is that the organisers are not questioned by the police. For me, this is significant. So far, those arrested are simply participants in the rally. If they are arrested for canning Anwar, I do not believe their arrest is justified. Nonetheless, I still have to distinguish their arrest from the arrests made at previous rallies. GP2025: This is not a fight between neighbours to make personal comparisons. Besides, PKR did worse things during Mahathir's time. When a public figure misuses his position and upsets large segments of society who protest and express their frustrations, yes, it offends sensibilities, but it's legitimate freedom of expression, as no crime was committed. BlueCougar1744: I disagree with Waythamoorthy 100 percent. We do not need to mirror cultures of hate from other countries. He can move to these countries if he thinks such cultures and practices are welcome there, but in Malaysia, this is not our culture. MAT M DIN: Badrul should protest based on intellect and morals. To whip an effigy of a known person is humiliating and an insult. The protest should be directed at the known immoral behaviour of the person, not to insult him personally. Do you like to be personally insulted? If you do not like it, then do not do it to others. Drngsc: Kiran, freedom of assembly must come with responsibilities. You cannot claim freedom of assembly and then start breaking the law. If you break the law of the land, you must be held responsible and answer for your actions. I cannot assemble outside your house and then start throwing stones and breaking your window. Freedom comes with responsibilities. It is not a licence to hooliganism. Comments frequently deleted: Those currently in power don't realise that if they lose the next election, they will be at the receiving end of the very same laws that they are reluctant to abolish (and use to the hilt) now? The above is a selection of comments posted by Malaysiakini subscribers. Only paying subscribers can post comments. In the past year, Malaysiakinians have posted over 100,000 comments. Join the Malaysiakini community and help set the news agenda. Subscribe now. 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Malaysiakini
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Malaysiakini
Freedom not licence to hooliganism
YOURSAY | 'It is not a licence to hooliganism.' Whip of dissent: Waytha condemns arrest over PM effigy flogging Why nab protester if govt respects freedom of assembly, NGO asks EmEmKay: Malaysian Advancement Party (MAP) president P Waythamoorthy, I do not agree with you. The situation at the Turun Anwar rally took a disturbing turn when some individuals were seen flogging an effigy of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. In addition, previously, there were incidents where certain protestors stepped on or burned the flags of other countries - acts that sparked outrage both locally and internationally. These kinds of actions are deeply troubling and do not reflect the values of a mature democracy. In any functioning democratic society, public protest and dissent are legitimate forms of expression. However, resorting to violent symbolism, personal attacks, or showing disrespect to other nations crosses a line. Such behaviour not only undermines the protesters' credibility but also embarrasses the wider movement and harms Malaysia's reputation on the world stage. Ultimately, protests should be rooted in principle, not hate or provocation. Mature democracies thrive on debate, respect, and responsible activism, not on displays that incite anger or degrade others. Chiakberliao88: Amnesty International Malaysia's freedom of expression campaigner Kiran Kaur said it was a peaceful assembly. In that case, Bersatu leader Badrul Hisham Shaharin, popularly known as Chegubard, should adhere to its motto, 'Peaceful', and they should be allowed to express their views freely. Why did he resort to canning an effigy of a leader he disliked, in this case, Anwar? Though it was only an effigy, it was like a provocation which could spark reciprocal actions. I am not a fan of Anwar, but the way Chegubard did it was wrong, in my opinion. As I have said before, the best and ultimate way to determine a government is by the ballot box. If Badrul dislikes Anwar so much, then stand against him in whichever constituency he may stand and let the voters be the judge. BlueCougar1744: Freedom to assemble, freedom of expression as enshrined in our Federal Constitution cannot and must not be misconstrued to the extent of slandering, whipping of a mocked effigy of leaders. These cannot be tolerated. If these are allowed, and if the protestors do not like certain leaders, they can do what they deem is right, then it must be condemned and brought to justice. We cannot allow such a culture in our society, as this is not our culture. I may not like what the government has failed at, and that does not allow me to slander or make effigies out of them to whip them out of my displeasure. We cannot behave like hooligans. Just a Malaysian: I am no longer a fan of the Madani government, but I feel Anwar gave more freedom to air opposing views when compared to previous prime ministers. But many, like Badrul, twist facts and figures to create hatred and fear of the masses towards the government. This is no longer freedom of speech; it borders on sedition, and if this had happened during Dr Mahathir Mohamad's rule, Chegubard would have been arrested under the Internal Security Act and sent to Kamunting. Such toxicity must not be allowed to continue. Coward: We need to see the charges before deciding whether the arrest is justified. Freedom of assembly does not mean you can run amok during that assembly and still expect no consequences. One important distinction this time is that the organisers are not questioned by the police. For me, this is significant. So far, those arrested are simply participants in the rally. If they are arrested for canning Anwar, I do not believe their arrest is justified. Nonetheless, I still have to distinguish their arrest from the arrests made at previous rallies. GP2025: This is not a fight between neighbours to make personal comparisons. Besides, PKR did worse things during Mahathir's time. When a public figure misuses his position and upsets large segments of society who protest and express their frustrations, yes, it offends sensibilities, but it's legitimate freedom of expression, as no crime was committed. BlueCougar1744: I disagree with Waythamoorthy 100 percent. We do not need to mirror cultures of hate from other countries. He can move to these countries if he thinks such cultures and practices are welcome there, but in Malaysia, this is not our culture. MAT M DIN: Badrul should protest based on intellect and morals. To whip an effigy of a known person is humiliating and an insult. The protest should be directed at the known immoral behaviour of the person, not to insult him personally. Do you like to be personally insulted? If you do not like it, then do not do it to others. Drngsc: Kiran, freedom of assembly must come with responsibilities. You cannot claim freedom of assembly and then start breaking the law. If you break the law of the land, you must be held responsible and answer for your actions. I cannot assemble outside your house and then start throwing stones and breaking your window. Freedom comes with responsibilities. It is not a licence to hooliganism. Comments frequently deleted: Those currently in power don't realise that if they lose the next election, they will be at the receiving end of the very same laws that they are reluctant to abolish (and use to the hilt) now? The above is a selection of comments posted by Malaysiakini subscribers. Only paying subscribers can post comments. In the past year, Malaysiakinians have posted over 100,000 comments. Join the Malaysiakini community and help set the news agenda. Subscribe now. 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Malaysiakini
24-07-2025
- Business
- Malaysiakini
All that hype only for peanuts
YOURSAY | '1pct SST reduction would help more than this 'extraordinary tribute'.' Anwar finally fulfils cheaper petrol pledge; RM100 groceries aid for all Freethinker: Pakatan Harapan has been pressing to reduce petrol subsidies by imposing a new tax structure. Now they are reimposing petrol subsidies again. Back to square one. At the next general election, will they be calling for targeted subsidies and then impose a new tax structure? By the way, if the subsidies go to the deserving, by all means, do it, help those who need help. But if you are going to reimpose petrol subsidies for all, then stop calling for 'targeted' subsidies. What is this RM100 cash handout again? All that comes from taxpayers is meant for the development of the country. How can flashing out cash on the streets be able to help the poor and develop the economy? Of course, I'll take it anyway. I am entitled to it, but I'll donate it to those who need it. What is so great about declaring more holidays? Yes, I'm an employee and it 'benefits me'. But it's still an idiotic policy to please people. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are suffering, and every new public holiday declared is another day of income loss for the employer. When they don't do well, they can't pay a proper bonus. They can pay better salaries, and obviously, they can't pay higher taxes. It's all a domino effect. As for the increase in toll charges, why should any company be guaranteed future profits in the first place? Which contract in the world where the government guarantees a company their future profits? Highway concessionaires are making handsome profits. Look at their financial statements. Again, at whose expense? Someone please tell Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Malaysia needs better economic policies, not economic goodies. Vijay47: Unlike some of the commentators here, I will be grateful to Anwar for the gifts he is lavishing on us. Never mind if I hardly use my car to go anywhere or even to sit when my wife chases me out of the house. The RM100 is okay, I guess, especially when I can use it to win back my wife's favour when she chases me out of the house. The holiday on Sept 15? Nothing much, really. Being retired, every day is a holiday for me. But I am eagerly awaiting the 'extraordinary tribute' that Anwar has promised us. Keramat Boy: Dear prime minister, I am truly speechless at your recent announcement. Decisions of national importance should begin with sincere engagement - talk to the people first, then decide. The rakyat are not bystanders; they are the very foundation of your mandate. To act without listening risks deepening public frustration and eroding trust. This nation needs leadership that consults. You once inspired hope, don't let it fade with top-down decisions that ignore the voices that matter most. Return to the ground, hear the struggles, and lead with wisdom rooted in humility. That is the Malaysia we all want to believe in. BusinessFirst: I must congratulate Anwar. Previously a 5 sen decrease in egg prices was made to help the costs of living. Two months later, a 6 sen decrease in petrol. That is an improvement that befits a special announcement by the prime minister to all Malaysians as a tribute for contributing to the nation! Of course, there is no promise that the price of RON95 will not slowly increase back to RM2.05. And that for the so-called "mahakaya" (ultra rich), there will be no subsidy even, and you pay RM2.50 or RM3 by year-end? There is also no explanation of how much it will cost the government and how much the government is raking in from eight percent sales and service tax (SST). All I know is that rental for me has gone up to RM1,600 a month due to SST. Real calculations. And that's just rent, not yet other increases. I spend at most RM200 driving, probably less. With the 6 sen decrease in petrol, I will save RM6 a month. Assuming all 30 workers with me also spend as much as me on petrol, the total savings work out to RM180. This does not count the extra costs, including the costs of goods and services. A one percent reduction of SST would help more than this "extraordinary tribute". Smokinlala: I thought with all the press announcements for the last week and with publicity everywhere, it could be a good relief package, but it turned out to be nothing at all. Another public holiday means the government is just clueless about running the country. Income tax deductions and interest rate reduction, which are the economic policy fiscal benefits, should have been announced. Not the other way around, as if we are a third-world country. Optimus: Take the win. Criticising whatever the prime minister is doing is a lose-lose situation. Remember the white flags under the leadership of former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin? Does anyone think we will have anything at all under PAS? Cynical: To all the rich and sarcastic critics, RM100 may be peanuts to you, but to the B40 who can only spend RM5 per meal, it means 20 meals, and it makes a big difference. So when you put 50 litres of petrol in your car, the RM3 you save may be a pittance, but it means something to those who are struggling. Hafidz Baharom: Rather schizophrenic to say people were abusing petrol subsidies and then giving everyone even cheaper petrol. Nothing for public transport and mass transportation users? Taas: Extraordinarily hilarious. The bill will be sent to the rakyat and paid by them. Where are the real reforms? BlackPuma1084: This sales tactic is already overused. Build up momentum, give-aways that are hyped up to make them sound incredible, but in the end, not worth much, to get votes? Anwar needs to change his advisers to people who can read the people's pulse to make him do the right things if he cares for the future generation of Malaysians. The above is a selection of comments posted by Malaysiakini subscribers. Only paying subscribers can post comments. In the past year, Malaysiakinians have posted over 100,000 comments. Join the Malaysiakini community and help set the news agenda. Subscribe now. These comments are compiled to reflect the views of Malaysiakini subscribers on matters of public interest. Malaysiakini does not intend to represent these views as fact.
Malaysiakini
09-07-2025
- Business
- Malaysiakini
Worth bending knees to 'emperor' Trump?
YOURSAY | 'Nearly every country has been threatened by him.' Trump sends letter to PM, Agong, imposes 25pct tariff on all M'sian products Milshah: First of all, this policy has not been implemented yet. It is a tactic to force countries to make deals with the United States until the new Aug 1 deadline is reached. Whether it will be implemented or not is another story. With US President Donald Trump, things change like changing people, and changing clothes. There is no certainty. Remember, those deals cost an arm and a leg for the countries involved. Trump wants full access to the countries' market, while at the same time, not allowing countries access to the US market. Is it worth it? Is it worth bending the knee to 'Emperor' Trump? Typical bullying tactic. On top of that, if countries were to increase their own tariffs, the US tariffs would go even higher. It goes back to the basic question: does the US need the countries more than the countries need the US? How should Malaysia respond? I am not in favour of Malaysia increasing tariffs on its own. Any increase will affect our imports; they will be more expensive. This will hit the rakyat who are already burdened with the high cost of living. However, I am in favour of 'Buy US last'. Malaysia should as much as possible reduce or not buy from US companies. Government procurements, such as military aircraft and equipment, should put US companies last. This should be the unwritten rule. The issue now is Malaysia's exports and not Malaysia's imports. Malaysia simply needs to increase their exports to other countries. More can be done through China, Japan, South Korea, Asean, Brics, the EU, the Middle East nations, Africa, and so on. We have to accept the fact that the US is now an expensive country to trade with. We must stop being addicted to the US market and go for greater cooperation with other countries. OrangeMouse9413: Do you think Trump cares about anything we have to do or say, save for caving in and bending our knees like a colonised country to the coloniser? Perhaps the majority of Malaysiakini commenters need to get their heads out of the usual standard 'condemn Malaysia' mentality and see that nearly every country in the world has been threatened by Trump. But if you want to continue viewing the issue myopically, then please do not let me stop you from your enjoyment. GrayEagle1207: If only current and past Malaysian governments had focused on developing the local economy, education, and medical care, and training high-skilled workers. If only we instilled fair trade policies, increased equal opportunities for the local populace, curbed wasteful spending, reduced the cabinet size, curbed corruption, nepotism, and cronyism, and wasteful government offices. If we do all that, I am pretty sure Malaysia will be a viable trade partner and will have the skills to negotiate better. As of now, Malaysian politicians, government officials, and influential persons in politics have stolen billions in taxpayer funds for self interest, spent taxpayer monies on failed military equipment, projects, taxing the people even more, justifying wasteful spending, spending time and resources on foreign disputes, sidelining local talents, the list goes on. America, China, and the Middle East countries may be bullies on a global scale, but Malaysia is bullying its own people. Oct: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is useless in getting any reduction after all the self-trumpeting that Malaysia had two rounds of trade negotiation in the US, with our Malaysian delegation contingent comprising the Investment, Trade, and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz and senior officers. They were a waste of money and resources, as the result shows Malaysia is worse off than the initial proposal. In short, it was a holiday trip for the delegation. By right, Anwar should have called Trump directly to negotiate with him via the phone. Unfortunately, nobody in the US government wants to talk to him. This is a high-profile incident as the tariff affects Malaysian products exported to the US. When Malaysia needs Anwar to resolve national interests, he is not around. Anwar prefers to jet around to give lectures, show solidarity with a foreign country, and wants the limelight for fame and glory at the expense of Malaysia's trade and economy. Just look at the Vietnam PM who called up Trump and managed to get a big reduction in tariffs without even having to send a delegation to the US. This is what a good statesperson who loves their country is made of. Anwar is a big disappointment to Malaysia in managing international matters, as it seems nobody listens to rhetorical support for a foreign country. Where in the world does one see a PM who keeps shouting about a foreign crisis when Anwar cannot resolve any of his country's crises? Time to get Anwar out. US tariffs: Opposition hits out, jibes minister's White House run TheAxman: This is nothing but Trump's chaotic management. He was under pressure to do 90 deals in 90 days, but as he ran out of time, he simply decided to copy and paste a number of letters to a number of countries, thus resulting in an arbitrary 25 percent. One can say that Zafrul was ineffective. I just saw it all as a futile exercise in the first place, as Trump's deadline was ridiculous and he was always going to be unpredictable. GanMu: Why should the president of the US meet or entertain the Malaysian delegation when it was headed by a minister? The PM should have been the one to lead the delegation as head of the government. Unfortunately for Malaysia, he is far too busy gallivanting all over the world promoting his religion and visiting mosques under the guise of bringing in investments. Why did he not meet Trump when the Singapore PM met him? He owes us an answer. Our PM's shortcomings have become good brownie points for the opposition. Pink: Zafrul's lackadaisical attitude in the negotiation process is disappointing. All we got from the negotiation is to pay an extra one percent tariff after paying expensive flight and hotel bills for his large entourage. It reminds me of my silly classmate who went to see my maths teacher for an extra mark in a test, but got his mark reduced instead. The above is a selection of comments posted by Malaysiakini subscribers. Only paying subscribers can post comments. In the past year, Malaysiakinians have posted over 100,000 comments. Join the Malaysiakini community and help set the news agenda. Subscribe now. These comments are compiled to reflect the views of Malaysiakini subscribers on matters of public interest. Malaysiakini does not intend to represent these views as fact.
Malaysiakini
08-07-2025
- Business
- Malaysiakini
Worth bending knees to 'Emperor' Trump?
YOURSAY | 'Nearly every country has been threatened by him.' Trump sends letter to PM, Agong, imposes 25pct tariff on all M'sian products Milshah: First of all, this policy has not been implemented yet. It is a tactic to force countries to make deals for the United States until the new deadline Aug 1 is up. Whether it will be implemented or not is another story. With US President Donald Trump, things change like changing people, and changing clothes. There is no certainty. Remember, those deals cost an arm and a leg for the countries involved. Trump wants full access to the countries' market, while at the same time, not allowing countries access to the US market. Is it worth it? Is it worth bending the knee to 'Emperor' Trump? Typical bullying tactic. On top of that, if countries were to increase their own tariffs, the US tariffs would go even higher. It goes back to the basic question: does the US need the countries more than the countries need the US? How should Malaysia respond? I am not in favour of Malaysia increasing tariffs on its own. Any increase will affect our imports; they will be more expensive. This will hit the rakyat, who are already burdened with the high cost of living. However, I am in favour of 'Buy US last'. Malaysia should as much as possible reduce or not buy from US companies. Government procurements, such as military aircraft and equipment, should put US companies last. This should be the unwritten rule. The issue now is Malaysia's exports and not Malaysia's imports. Malaysia simply needs to increase their exports to other countries. More can be done through China, Japan, South Korea, Asean, Brics, EU, Middle East nations, Africa, and so on. We have to accept the fact that the US is now an expensive country to trade with. We must stop being addicted to the US market and go for greater cooperation with other countries. OrangeMouse9413: Do you think Trump cares about anything we have to do or say, save for caving in and bending our knees like a colonised country to the coloniser? Perhaps the majority of Malaysiakini commenters need to get their heads out of the usual standard condemn Malaysia mentality and see that nearly every country in the world has been threatened by Trump. But if you want to continue viewing the issue myopically, then please do not let me stop you from your enjoyment. GrayEagle1207: If only current and past Malaysian governments had focused on developing the local economy, education, medical care and trained high-skilled workers. If only we had instilled fair trade policies, increased equal opportunities for the local populace, curbed wasteful spending, reduced cabinet size, curbed corruption, nepotism and cronyism, and wasteful government offices. If we do all that, I am pretty sure Malaysia will be a viable trade partner and will have the skills to negotiate better with its partners. As of now, Malaysian politicians, government officials and political influential persons have stolen billions in taxpayer funds for self interest, spent taxpayer monies on failed military equipment, projects, taxing the people even more, justifying wasteful spending, spending time and resources on foreign disputes, sidelining local talents, the list goes on. America, China and the Middle East countries may be bullies on a global scale, but Malaysia is bullying its own people. Oct: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is useless in getting any reduction after all the self trumpeting that Malaysia had two rounds of trade negotiation in US, with our Malaysian delegation contingent comprising the Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz and senior officers. They were a waste of money and resources, as the result shows Malaysia is worse off than the initial proposal. In short, it was a holiday trip for the delegation. By right, Anwar should have called Trump directly to negotiate with him via the phone. Unfortunately, nobody in the US government wants to talk with him. This is a high-profile incident as the tariff affects Malaysian products exported to US. When Malaysia needs Anwar to resolve national interests, he is not around. Anwar prefers to jet around to give lectures, show solidarity support for a foreign country and wants the limelight for fame and glory at the expense of Malaysia's trade and economy. Just look at the Vietnam PM who called up Trump and managed to get a big reduction in tariffs without even having to send a delegation to the US. This is what a good statesman who loves his country is made of. Anwar is a big disappointment to Malaysia in managing international matters, as it seems nobody listens to rhetorical support for a foreign country. Where in the world does one see a PM who keeps shouting about a foreign crisis when Anwar cannot resolve any of his country's crises? Time to get Anwar out. US tariffs: Opposition hits out, jibes minister's White House run TheAxman: This is nothing but Trump's chaotic management. He was under pressure to do 90 deals in 90 days, but as he ran out of time, he simply decided to copy and paste a number of letters to a number of countries, thus resulting in an arbitrary 25 percent. One can say that Zafrul was ineffective. I just saw it all as a futile exercise in the first place, as Trump's deadline was ridiculous and he was always going to be unpredictable. GanMu: Why should the president of the US meet or entertain the Malaysian delegation when it was headed by a minister? PM should have been the one to lead the delegation as head of the government. Unfortunately for Malaysia, he is far too busy gallivanting all over the world promoting his religion and visiting mosques under the guise of bringing in investments. Why did he not meet President Trump when the Singapore PM met him? He owes us an answer. PM's shortcomings have become good brownie points for the opposition. Pink: Zafrul's lackadaisical attitude in the negotiation process is disappointing. All that we got from the negotiation is to pay an extra one percent tariff after paying expensive flight and hotel bills for his large entourage. It reminds me of my silly classmate who went to see my maths teacher for an extra mark in a test, but got his mark reduced instead. The above is a selection of comments posted by Malaysiakini subscribers. Only paying subscribers can post comments. In the past year, Malaysiakinians have posted over 100,000 comments. Join the Malaysiakini community and help set the news agenda. Subscribe now. These comments are compiled to reflect the views of Malaysiakini subscribers on matters of public interest. Malaysiakini does not intend to represent these views as fact.
