Yesterday the papers announced that the Catholic publication can use the word ALLAH albeit with some very "stupid" conditions. I believed that even with the announcement by the Minister, the Catholic Church did not view it as any form of victory.
Than today, the same Minister withdraws that permission..............hmmmmm???
Just yesterday we had the news of the increase of toll with the Minister making all sorts of justifications for the increase. Than within 24 hours, that decision changes again, after "intervention" by the PM.
Gosh, are we Anak Bangsa Malaysia being treated like idiots or what? What kind of governance is this when serious decisions like the above two examples can be turned around with hours....is there no form of responsibility before making such announcements - so buat aje la, orang tak suka, kita tukar balik la....kita kan gomen!
God help us!
Saturday, February 28, 2009
CONDOLENCES - HARIS BRO
Just received news of the passing of Haris' mother:
Al Fatiha.............may she rest in peace!
My prayers with Haris and family
Al Fatiha.............may she rest in peace!
My prayers with Haris and family
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Councillors and Council Meetings...
I am now sitting in on the Full Board Meeting of the Selayang Local Council.
A Full Board Meeting is held once every month for council to evaluate the activities for the month as well as to review the reports of the sub committees.
I am most disappointed that only around 70% of the councillors have any opinions and are speaking-up. Are the rest of them so well briefed on what is happening and agreeing to whatever that is presented; or do they have no opinions whatsoever.
I do wonder sometimes (most of the times) about these silent councillors. Are they truly able to serve their communities? What messages are these councillor giving to the rakyat about what the Pakatan Rakyat government is doing. I feel that many of these councillors are indeed a disservice to Pakatan Rakyat.
We hear that at times the existing staff of the Councils are trying to frustrate the Pakatan Rakyat government. Here, it is an example that the PR appointed councillors themselves are frustrating the Pakatan Rakyat government.
Civil Society, please stand up and make your voices heard!
A Full Board Meeting is held once every month for council to evaluate the activities for the month as well as to review the reports of the sub committees.
I am most disappointed that only around 70% of the councillors have any opinions and are speaking-up. Are the rest of them so well briefed on what is happening and agreeing to whatever that is presented; or do they have no opinions whatsoever.
I do wonder sometimes (most of the times) about these silent councillors. Are they truly able to serve their communities? What messages are these councillor giving to the rakyat about what the Pakatan Rakyat government is doing. I feel that many of these councillors are indeed a disservice to Pakatan Rakyat.
We hear that at times the existing staff of the Councils are trying to frustrate the Pakatan Rakyat government. Here, it is an example that the PR appointed councillors themselves are frustrating the Pakatan Rakyat government.
Civil Society, please stand up and make your voices heard!
Saturday, February 21, 2009
One week is a long time in politics.....
These wise words were spoken many many years ago by a British Parliamentarian and indeed it rings true even today; infact within the cyber space, one day is also a long time........
Malaysian politics have always been interesting and more so in the past week
Eli's picture - not completely naked but the press portrays it as if it is some sort of porno materials. The play of words in headlines (which by the way, Eli was on front page for most of the week - despite parliament being in session!). I am not to judge on morals, but Eli has clearly been victimised here. The show of support for her from friends and strangers alike has been most touching.
I have attended no fewer than 5 Support Eli gatherings....and at each and every gathering, I was touched. If only Eli could have been present to see and feel for herself the outpouring of support.
Sometimes, in public life, this kind of support is the kind of reward that means so much...but public life also comes with the negative part which sadly is what is being experienced by Eli.
However, I know Eli is a strong lady and will gain strength in God to see her through this obstacle. She will come back stronger than ever; and hey Eli, remember you told me about the few pairs of old shoes in your car, well now you know where to throw them!!! hang on there my dear sister!
RPK, with his "final words" and the appeal hearing last Monday. Being in court made me ashamed of our judiciary; yet at the same time proud of my fellow Anak Bangsa Malaysia for their care and show of support; especially the younger friends. Again, I submit to the Will of God; and I am proud to be apart of the Prayer Support group for RPK - everynight at 10, lets say a prayer in our own hearts, for justice!
Now I also realise why The Palace of Justice is known in Bahasa Malaysia as Istana Kehakiman and not Istana Keadilan; they do not seem to want to practice keadilan. That is a Judicairy Palace ruled by the judges appointed by the government instead of a Palace of Justice to protect the rights of all who go before them.
If I am a lawyer I would be ashamed of the system we have in the country now. I ask lawyers to make a firm stand to change it!!!!
Perak....oh I carry 08 in my IC, I am a Perakian. Whatever is happening there is truly sad. It is the death of democracy. And worst still the Sultan is now dragged into the mess! I truly pray that justice prevails and the voice of the people will be respected. Perhaps as someone did suggest, all Perakians should wear a black armband to mourn the death of democracy in Perak.
PKR - CNY dinner of 500 tables; my my my, that was an impressive turn out and show of support. The whole event was very much a people orientated event where our representatives were given due respect but without all the protocol. PKR and Pakatan Rakyat has proven yet again that they are a government of the people for the people!
If there was a black dot was when I noticed a "leader" who jumped in to PKR from the chinese party under BN. This "leader" walked in but was full of arrogance accompanied by two bodyguards; gosh people like this coming in to PKR would bring a negative influence. They must learn to change and adapt to the PR culture and not bring in the BN culture!
Rumours going round is that this leader may be a candidate should there be a by-election in Bkt Lancan.I dread to imagine this happening.............would I campaign for a leader like this - NO WAY! But of course I will not do anything to challenge her but actively campaigning for this leader, no way !
My thoughts for this week in a nutshell
Malaysian politics have always been interesting and more so in the past week
Eli's picture - not completely naked but the press portrays it as if it is some sort of porno materials. The play of words in headlines (which by the way, Eli was on front page for most of the week - despite parliament being in session!). I am not to judge on morals, but Eli has clearly been victimised here. The show of support for her from friends and strangers alike has been most touching.
I have attended no fewer than 5 Support Eli gatherings....and at each and every gathering, I was touched. If only Eli could have been present to see and feel for herself the outpouring of support.
Sometimes, in public life, this kind of support is the kind of reward that means so much...but public life also comes with the negative part which sadly is what is being experienced by Eli.
However, I know Eli is a strong lady and will gain strength in God to see her through this obstacle. She will come back stronger than ever; and hey Eli, remember you told me about the few pairs of old shoes in your car, well now you know where to throw them!!! hang on there my dear sister!
RPK, with his "final words" and the appeal hearing last Monday. Being in court made me ashamed of our judiciary; yet at the same time proud of my fellow Anak Bangsa Malaysia for their care and show of support; especially the younger friends. Again, I submit to the Will of God; and I am proud to be apart of the Prayer Support group for RPK - everynight at 10, lets say a prayer in our own hearts, for justice!
Now I also realise why The Palace of Justice is known in Bahasa Malaysia as Istana Kehakiman and not Istana Keadilan; they do not seem to want to practice keadilan. That is a Judicairy Palace ruled by the judges appointed by the government instead of a Palace of Justice to protect the rights of all who go before them.
If I am a lawyer I would be ashamed of the system we have in the country now. I ask lawyers to make a firm stand to change it!!!!
Perak....oh I carry 08 in my IC, I am a Perakian. Whatever is happening there is truly sad. It is the death of democracy. And worst still the Sultan is now dragged into the mess! I truly pray that justice prevails and the voice of the people will be respected. Perhaps as someone did suggest, all Perakians should wear a black armband to mourn the death of democracy in Perak.
PKR - CNY dinner of 500 tables; my my my, that was an impressive turn out and show of support. The whole event was very much a people orientated event where our representatives were given due respect but without all the protocol. PKR and Pakatan Rakyat has proven yet again that they are a government of the people for the people!
If there was a black dot was when I noticed a "leader" who jumped in to PKR from the chinese party under BN. This "leader" walked in but was full of arrogance accompanied by two bodyguards; gosh people like this coming in to PKR would bring a negative influence. They must learn to change and adapt to the PR culture and not bring in the BN culture!
Rumours going round is that this leader may be a candidate should there be a by-election in Bkt Lancan.I dread to imagine this happening.............would I campaign for a leader like this - NO WAY! But of course I will not do anything to challenge her but actively campaigning for this leader, no way !
My thoughts for this week in a nutshell
Monday, February 16, 2009
Privacy and our rights...
I condemn without reservations the circulation of the nude pictures of YB Eli.
Our basic rights, even for public figures, must be protected at all costs. Whoever the culprit, must be brought to face the full force of the law! I trust that the police will do their best.
And for the rest of us, we must stand up to protect our rights as well as the rights of those around us. And i mean to stand up and speak up! Do something and not just stand and watch!
For evil to succeed it is enough that the good do nothing!
Anak Bangsa Malaysia must rise up to the challenge of making Malaysia a better place, even if we may not live to enjoy it!
Our basic rights, even for public figures, must be protected at all costs. Whoever the culprit, must be brought to face the full force of the law! I trust that the police will do their best.
And for the rest of us, we must stand up to protect our rights as well as the rights of those around us. And i mean to stand up and speak up! Do something and not just stand and watch!
For evil to succeed it is enough that the good do nothing!
Anak Bangsa Malaysia must rise up to the challenge of making Malaysia a better place, even if we may not live to enjoy it!
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
For Principles....or public safety?
IN recent weeks, the candle light (Mesra rakyat) vigils have been raided by the police who deemed the gathering as illegal. Each time we gather, they will come and warn us that we are illegal and ask us to dismiss. We would dismiss after about 10mins, always after the National Anthem.
Last week, the police seemed adamant about arresting people...they had already gathered and formed a cordon around the few vigilists there. However, with good sense on both sides, nothing untoward happened.
Now this week, today the CPO advised the State Exco that we should apply for a permit. I was informed that the MB had thus advised that we should do so. I am of the opinion that yes we could do so and I hope the police will approve in good will.
On the other hand, there is also our principle that we should not need a permit for such a gathering within a closed area, and having had the consent of the Datuk Bandar to use the premises.
Applying for the permit means giving in to the "abuse of power" of the police. However, on the other hand, I also hope that we can have our Mesra gathering without being disturbed and harassed by the police. I would like to encourage and see more young people coming out and standing up for a better Malaysia.
Following the "awareness" at the wake and funeral of Markus, Anak Bangsa Malaysia, there would be more young people coming out. However, the police harassment would than send these young people back into the closet.
So where do we go from here.........petey is troubled...:-(
Last week, the police seemed adamant about arresting people...they had already gathered and formed a cordon around the few vigilists there. However, with good sense on both sides, nothing untoward happened.
Now this week, today the CPO advised the State Exco that we should apply for a permit. I was informed that the MB had thus advised that we should do so. I am of the opinion that yes we could do so and I hope the police will approve in good will.
On the other hand, there is also our principle that we should not need a permit for such a gathering within a closed area, and having had the consent of the Datuk Bandar to use the premises.
Applying for the permit means giving in to the "abuse of power" of the police. However, on the other hand, I also hope that we can have our Mesra gathering without being disturbed and harassed by the police. I would like to encourage and see more young people coming out and standing up for a better Malaysia.
Following the "awareness" at the wake and funeral of Markus, Anak Bangsa Malaysia, there would be more young people coming out. However, the police harassment would than send these young people back into the closet.
So where do we go from here.........petey is troubled...:-(
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Lions, Lions, Dragons and a Prosperous New Year Ahead
So, it is Chap Goh Meh and finally all the Chinese New Year festivities come to an end.....err, there is still another one at MBPJ this Saturday 14th!
Friday, February 6, 2009
REST IN PEACE - Markus
This afternoon I received (through my email) the sad news of the passing-on of a friend I had just recently had the pleasure of being acquainted with.
I had met Markus Ng at the weekly Mesra Rakyat gatherings at the tarmac of MBPJ every Sunday. The last I saw Markus was on Chinese New Years Eve.
He had called me aside and said he had something for me. He than took out a nicely and freshly printed name card. He had made a name card for himself carrying ANAK BANGSA MALAYSIA tagline.
This was his little way of supporting what I have been promoting ie: Anak Bangsa Malaysia; one nation, one people, one hope
Now this name card will be something I will cherish. Though I have not known him for long, this young man had impressed me with lots of passion and promise. In as much as I will miss him, I submit to the will of God. I know that now my dear Markus will be resting in peace while we continue to fight for a cause that he has been and continues to be a part of.
Amen!
I had met Markus Ng at the weekly Mesra Rakyat gatherings at the tarmac of MBPJ every Sunday. The last I saw Markus was on Chinese New Years Eve.
He had called me aside and said he had something for me. He than took out a nicely and freshly printed name card. He had made a name card for himself carrying ANAK BANGSA MALAYSIA tagline.
This was his little way of supporting what I have been promoting ie: Anak Bangsa Malaysia; one nation, one people, one hope
Now this name card will be something I will cherish. Though I have not known him for long, this young man had impressed me with lots of passion and promise. In as much as I will miss him, I submit to the will of God. I know that now my dear Markus will be resting in peace while we continue to fight for a cause that he has been and continues to be a part of.
Amen!
When 08 is an embarassment...
This past week has been truly an interesting week in Malaysian politics.
Certainly, the developments in Perak is most interesting.
I had expected that the best and right thing was for a Snap Elections in Perak. All expectations and hopes were in the hands of His HIghness.
Sadly, Tuanku chose to allow BN to rule the state, for whatever reasons best known to him alone.
I respect his decision though I feel sad. It is indeed a step backwards in the pursuit of changes. More so when all this is in Perak, the State of my birth. I carry 08 in my ID number. :-(
Certainly, the developments in Perak is most interesting.
I had expected that the best and right thing was for a Snap Elections in Perak. All expectations and hopes were in the hands of His HIghness.
Sadly, Tuanku chose to allow BN to rule the state, for whatever reasons best known to him alone.
I respect his decision though I feel sad. It is indeed a step backwards in the pursuit of changes. More so when all this is in Perak, the State of my birth. I carry 08 in my ID number. :-(
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