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Malaysians regardless of race will always be second-class citizens PDF Print
Thursday, 24 April 2008 15:20

Malaysia is certainly a colorful country. Where else can you find politicians that put party and self-interest above everything else?

The recent appointment of Lee Kah Choon by the state government in Penang have cause all kinds of reactions by the BN. Many including Koh Tsu Koon and Badawi have called for a show cause letter to be issue to Lee Kah Choon.

However, if Lim Guan Eng sincerely believes that Lee is the best person for the job, then so be it. More importantly, if Lee is really sincere in serving the people above anything else, then all the better. And Lee has quit all post in Gerakan. So that makes him a free man to accept this appointment. So, what is the problem?

As such, the reaction by Tsu Koon and Badawi is really uncalled for. It clearly demonstrates the negative mindset that they have. They have clearly showed that, to them, it is the party that comes first. To these fools, the best person for a particular job is not important, but our own people is more important. The people can come second, no problem. No wonder BN did so badly in the last GE.

And why are our ministers, especially those from BN always say something stupid when posed with questions?  Badawi has said that the reforms for the Judiciary and the ACA are not aimed to win back support. He further said that if he had announced this before the elections, critics would say that he was doing it to win votes, and if he did not after the elections, they would say he has forgotten. “I do not forget my promises. I will attend to them when the time comes”, he said after his keynote address at the Asean Integrity Dialogue. Badawi added that these reforms are part of his 2004 election manifesto, but he has not been able to carry them out because of other pressing matters.

What! What other pressing matters? Is the Judiciary, with corrupted judges that do not write judgments not important enough? Is the corrupted ACA, which look the other way while millions of tax payers money being squandered away not important enough? So what is so important these last four years? Sleeping and dreaming about all the multi billion corridors? Getting married again and going for a honeymoon on taxpayer’s money is more important? What about buying a luxury airliner or a yacht? Slaughtering cows for a kenduri at parliament grounds is more important? Come on lah!

This stupid fellow goes on to say that, “We just can’t undertake reform for the sake of reform. There must be a certain objective … or it will not mean anything.” Isn’t getting rid of this massive corruption in the Judiciary and the ACA not an important objective? Does this mean that all the rhetoric in 2004 about a clean government and fighting corruption has no objective for it is just reform for the sake of reform? So, it takes 4 years for Badawi to finally find his reform objectives. And could it take another 4 years or more now to implement these reforms?

How is it that this Badawi, who speaks like a moronic kid get to be the PM? Maybe he should sack all his speechwriters and advisors for he is making a fool for himself. And with statements like these, not only from Badawi but most of his cabinet ministers, they deserve what is coming.

Umno and BN as a whole can have a thousand and one post mortem on its disastrous performance in the last GE, but they will never understand the fundamental reason for their dismal results. They are in denial mode and they will give another thousand and one reasons but eventually, no one will stand up to admit his or her mistakes that have contributed for this poor performance, be it in statements or actions. Umno and BN are heading for a self-destruct mode for individuals are not willing to step forward to shoulder some blame.

Can you imagine Hishamuddin coming forward and say, “ I’m sorry I have offended most non-malay by waving the keris. I meant no disrespect and I offer my sincere apologies. I know many have opted to vote for the opposition because of my antics and I may have gone over board and I promise this will not be repeated. We Malaysian are one and we should stand as one.”  WOW! Well he may be sacked at worst but at least he will be respected. And then, Hishamuddin might as well apply for membership in Pakatan Rakyat!

Even Nazri could redeem his arrogance. Come on Nazri, come forward and say, “Dear Malaysians, I know I have behaved like a gangster in Parliament by shouting, “ kalau tak suka, keluar!” but at that spur of the moment, my worse got the better of me. My apologies to all for statements that are uncalled for and I know I have to shoulder some blame for BN’s poor performance during the last election. As a Malaysian, I realize that I cannot ask another Malaysian to just get out, just because of a debate in Parliament. I ‘m humbly sorry.” WOW again! Kudos Nazri!

Then Najib could chip in and say, “ Sorry la! Cari makan saje. My commission only 10 percent what? Not much actually but you know la, my wife shop like got no tomorrow. Today Europe, tomorrow US. Minister pay not enough la! Oh that Mongolian, well what can I say? See her once or twice but only business. What C4? No, I don’t have any now. You need some? Call me tomorrow lah! And sorry lah, my image not that good and we lost a little in the last GE. I know I have too much bad baggage and I promise I will shed some ok?”  DOUBLE WOW! Straight to lock-up Najib!

Well then, on to Samy oh Samy! No need to say anything lah! We all know what a thug you are but at least you already out. But why do you still hold on to the MIC presidency? We the people actually would like to see your head on the table for all the corruption while you are the works minister. Jangan main main!

Ong Ka Ting, you can deny a minister post or any other government post, but the fact remains is that you are just a corrupt bastard. You can harp on issues related to the Chinese when it suits you, but that is not what Malaysians want. Your MCA is corrupted all the way to the ground. What the people need are ministers who can serve the people regardless of race. So just come forward and say, “ Soli lah! I tau kita juga ada sikit salah jadi kita kalah teruk mah. I punya orang sudah banyak makan duit so I minta soli. I boleh minta adik saya jaga-jaga sekalang. Manyak soli ah!”  No WOW for this idiot. Will the reformed ACA look into this, or the whole MCA for that matter?

Khairy, Khairy! You arrogant son in law of the stupid PM. Where are you now? You know very well you have contributed much to the results in the last GE. Your antics mimics a retarded monkey. Your speech mimics a retarded monkey, which can talk. What more can I say? However you too can come clean by declaring, “ My fellow Malaysians. It has been a shock that BN did not retain its two third majority plus the losing of five states to the opposition. I realize I have been too arrogant and as such, many have voted for the opposition. I wish to clarify here that my arrogance breeds from my years in Oxford. Hence, I should not be faulted with what have been indoctrinated in me. If there is anyone to be blame for my arrogance, then it must be the Brits in Oxford. Well, ECM Libra is just another business deal. Of course I use my position as the son in law of a stupid PM to strive for a better Malaysia, but more importantly, this opens endless opportunities for me gain personal wealth. Now, don’t blame me for the election results. You can sue Oxford for that!” Khairy, the infamous son in law, of the infamous most stupid PM in Malaysian history.

And finally, if only Badawi will shoulder some blame and declare to all Malaysians that it is because of his weak leadership that caused this tsunami, than he might have a little hope. But then again, we are talking about Badawi, so don’t expect something intelligent from him. “Dah kalah, apa nak di buat? Jangan bagi kerjasama kat dia orang la! Siapa nak kerja sama dia orang, jahanam dia. Balik tidur, penat la nak fikir!”

So it is not surprising that Umno or BN fared so badly in the last GE. What we have for the last 4 years in government are clowns and court jesters. These are the people who put themselves and their party above the people and yet, there are there because of the people. Criticism is not welcomed however constructive they may be. Parliament sittings have become a ruckus. Shouting match is not uncommon and most of the time, it is the Umno or BN members who start this, after a failure to answer questions posed by the opposition.

Choice of words, racists remarks or even sexist remarks are uttered without thinking of the consequences. And elected representatives who should be deliberating the welfare of the people utter all this, while ignoring the welfare of the people. It seems that the parliament is a setting for these egoistic politician to wrest and secure their political future rather than the welfare of the people.

How can Malaysia, a country rich in resources move forward when our elected representatives are moving backward? Singapore, with no natural resources is so far ahead that it will take years to be on par with them, if they stand still! Why? Simply because they have highly educated people in the government brain storming everyday trying to figure out how to bring their nation into the next millennium.

In contrast, we have educated ministers, meeting everyday figuring how to enrich their own party or themselves. Or figuring how much of the cake should go to who and who. The bottom line is simple enough. In Malaysia, as long as Umno or BN is ruling, then Malaysians regardless of race will always be second-class citizens. The first class citizens are those in BN. Period!

Go to Singapore. Asks any Singaporean, Malay, Chinese, Indians or others and they always proudly proclaimed they are Singaporean above anything else. Look, Singapore are just as multi racial as Malaysia and yet they always find a common ground to unite. And most importantly, that common ground is being a Singaporean and they are proud of it.

Why you may ask? It is because simply, in Singapore, quality is more important than quantity. Regardless of your ethnicity, the best person for a specific job will be hired. Whereas in Malaysia, the best person will most likely end up in another country and the second best or even the third best will be offered the job. Sounds familiar?

If it is the Singapore path that the Penang, Perak , Kedah and Selangor state government is trying to follow suit, then I am sure that these states can only move forward, provided they encounter no hindrance from federal. But then, if at federal level, those in power goes the opposite direction, then god bless, but miracles do happen!

Kenneth Wong

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written by tikuih, April 24, 2008 15:50:22
"..the reaction by Tsu Koon and Badawi is really uncalled for. It clearly demonstrates the negative mindset that they have. They have clearly showed that, to them, it is the party that comes first."

bodohwi, bodohwi, why by now you still cannot understand that the people's interest comes first, not any party's interest. why you still an idiot, why??

tsu koon, as a penangite, i feel so ashamed of you that you have not changed... still imposing upon yourself like a lame duck to ketuanan umno. where is your dignity, where is your conscience? we need people with good track record to save penang from further plunderring by corrupt politicians. doesn't matter from which party, as long as you have good intention to develop penang. if you are sincere in wanting to help penang, you can also chip in to help. otherwise, where is your SINCERITY to help penang? why continue to stay in penang? ask yourself in honesty!!!!
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written by mykantree, April 24, 2008 15:54:03
Wow Kenneth,

Some cowboy shooting from the hips,eh? Love your style.

What happened during the last election is definitely historic. For once, after 50 donkey years the Rakyat has woken up from their slumber and realised that this bulls##t style and type of goverment cannot go on.The whole nation will only end up in the gutters if it is allowed to continue.

After March 8, we do have some hope!The medicine may be bitter, things may get worse before it gets better. But more importantly, there is some lights ahead in the tunnel ahead, if not at the end of the tunnel.

But we as the Rakyat must slog on towards the lights, for the journey has just started, continue to remove all that is blocking the path forward and with determination must continue to push forward.Turning back is not an option.

Rakyat Malaysia Boleh!.
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written by red1, April 24, 2008 15:57:16
We have yet to come of age. And we, nowithstanding our highly regarded conquest of cyberspace, are still a relatively young nation. We are not used to even quarrel well. My 5 sen is that if you want to move to another house, take leave of your own house first. It is good manners. If he did then that is fine.

http://padi-malaysia.********....gaduh.html
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written by tikuih, April 24, 2008 15:59:11
najib is off to another round of shopping spree for arms -commission time!!
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written by tikuih, April 24, 2008 16:03:23
whenever bn leaders make stupid public statements, what does bodohwi do? keep his idiotic silence...... or come out with more stupid statements!

classic example: i'm here, i'm here, i'm here

yeah, correct, correct, correct....
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written by RitchieLow, April 24, 2008 16:06:11
We ought to realise that we don't actually voted the PM, DPM and most of the ministers into office. This is perverted democracy at its worst.

They know that the voters can't touch them, that's why the arrogance. All they have to do is play their little money game and power play and wait in he wings and bid their time voila! High office in Bolehland lands into their lap, even though mostly tak boleh to carry the responsibilities. Imagine MPs who can't even debate! knows only the language of intimidation.
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written by Michael Pg, April 24, 2008 16:09:03
Still remember PM speech in “COMPETING FOR TOMORROW”
http://www.oxbridgemalaysia.co...dress.pdf

I believe the WAY his statement about KC and selection of cabinet minister. HE is a Third World Mentality Prime Minister loh. what to do still cari makan mah.
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written by MarchOn, April 24, 2008 16:13:34
Just heard the Tamil Daily Makkal Osai license has been approved.

MT reader.... if possible try to support Makkal Osai tamil daily... maybe buy a copy once a week... it will boost their morale.

I will surely buy the PKR daily.. when is PR coming out with their own publication?
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written by Michael Pg, April 24, 2008 16:29:22
I don't care what race he or she be the PM or financial minister or penang CM. as long as he is fair to all race, responsible for his action, make a progress to state and country, clean and transparent, and lastly Don't talk like gangster.
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written by Namolos, April 24, 2008 16:49:29
Please BN fellas,

For once, can you all please remember that once you are in Goverment after winning the Election...you are NO LONGER working or representing your PARTY only....you work for all CITIZEN regardless of who they have voted for.

Cant you see that this mr K C Lee has accepted his appointment from the Goverment of PENANG and NOT form DAP/PKR/PAS..[PR].??

So be a sport...not only you accept it, you should encourage it too for the betterment or all Malaysians.
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written by Ah Jiau, April 24, 2008 17:08:28
As they continue to play politics, the rakyat suffers. Look at BN history in the parliament. They never vote for any motions put forward by the opposition, no matter how much the Rakyat will benefit from it, all for their selfish political reasons. And we are asking them to accept serving the Rakyat while working under an opposition administration? Haha! They will never accept this and in the end, the Rakyat are the unfortunate victims. Sigh .... When will BN ever learn?
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written by malsia1206, April 24, 2008 17:59:09
All the hypothecal admissions from those names you mentioned can be pretty hilarious. Then again if that scenerio could happen, then we are sseing a classic case of the Devil making a clear confession to God. That, you can be absolutely certain, will never happen. Still, a fair piece of wishful thinking. Thanks for the humour.
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written by Harbinger, April 24, 2008 18:55:16
My thoughts exactly ! We all know why they lost but I think everyone should just get on with business instead of harping on the same subject.I'm more concerned about this "people power disease" that seems to have afflicted many who voted for the opposition.They attack the newly appointed state governments for every little mis-step taken by Pakatan Rakyat.Now I hear the ordinary people in the streets threatening to vote out anybody who does not perform.
What I'm try to say is : GIVE THEM A CHANCE ! We happily stomached crap for years without even realising it and then suddenly awaken and know exactly how a country should be run.I seriously think we should back off a bit and give them breathing space.I suspect it can be quite demoralising to be in their shoes!
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written by RCChia, April 24, 2008 19:05:37
This is what I like about blogs. You can say/write anything, but must be prepared to take accountability, and accept blastings or compliments when it comes. That's why I will never believe BN folks will ever go blog, no matter how much spin they say about having their own blogs.

Great piece Kenneth
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written by ukaymelaka, April 24, 2008 19:34:06
Well done, Kenneth. You have said it like it should be said. I wonder if you can contribute something on Mr Justice Irrelevant.....remember.....the judge in Anwar's trial.
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written by jeya, April 24, 2008 19:39:30
smilies/cool.gifRPK!
As stated somehwre in yr site, since TD took over/seized power, there are only two clasess of citizens in Malaysia viz: {1} The BN{YB's & Croonies} {2} All of us headed by our Rulers { & persons such as U smilies/shocked.gif}
Tell me what u need for the Roundtable: In the Rakyaat's High Court of Malaya @ Kuala Lumpur {Special Powers Division} Case no: 000001/2008.!
Venue : Taman Tasik Perdana/Lake Gardens just before The {Rakyaat's} Parliament.
Guest of Honour : Tan Sri Musa Hassan Date: to be confirmed Organising Adhoc Committee: Chegu'Bard & Co{NGO}!
jeyapalantsmahesan.********.com
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written by Areka, April 24, 2008 20:33:29
Mr Kenneth Wong,

I salute you ! I agree what you wrote ! Keep it up !
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written by chaiksyn, April 24, 2008 21:13:09
Nice piece, kenneth!
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written by fireduck, April 24, 2008 22:16:06
Yes, [blink]THEY STILL DON'T GET IT ![/blink]
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written by Limang, April 24, 2008 22:20:00
Spot on, Kenneth! Somehow, I felt like a third class citizens the last 26 years, second class is an understatement! My motto all these years is LWYC - Leave While You Can - that's what I have been preparing my children for. As long as UMNO rules the country, there is no future for other races, except to become subservient to them. I am looking to see the PR would do - if it can change my mind - to make me feel at home and a true-blood citizen as I always have been without being subservient to anyone, but an equal to all. Come on, PR, change my mind!
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written by ChanRaj, April 24, 2008 22:22:01
Hehe, very entertaining. Hey, they are just clowns and court jesters doing their job. What could we expect from them.
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written by Change or Be Changed, April 24, 2008 23:55:36
Ayo yo lah why so much hatre. Be forgiving lah.
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written by AlanJaya, April 25, 2008 05:26:15
Hey Kenneth,

Remove the veneer of quality you seems to suggest exist in Singapore and you will find a glorified city council run be the Lee family.

I believe our 5 1 state rulers should be smart enough not to look at Singapore as a model. Other than NUS, eveything else there is a mirage.

8th March 2008 revealed why Malaysia will always be one step ahead of Singapore. Freedom. We can make a change. Singaporeans cant'. It's not too far fetched to think than the PAP think tank is worried about the effects of the PRU12. Eventually when the 5 1 get up and running, sans all this naive bickering, investments will start to pour in. Corporations would want to move where, land is available and the cost is cheaper.
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written by Loong, April 25, 2008 06:21:57
I believe we can be better than Singapore. Corruption and mismanagement are the main problems that bring Malaysia down.

The math is simple:
A)Zero corruption=more economic investment=higher standard of living=Singapore. B)Zero mismanagement=public welfare taken care of=hedge against inflation=free education and healthcare=United Kingdom
C)More democrary and freedom of speech=America

A B C=Singapore UK US>Singapore

See, simple only mah...why pening

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written by SL Chan, April 25, 2008 14:24:08
Well said Kenneth! These moronics idiots will never change except when they really become a small opposition party in the parliment. "Beraja dihati dan bersultan dimata". sounds familiar?
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written by Limang, April 27, 2008 00:01:35
Tsu Koon should be read as So Goon, he has to continue to kowtow to Bodowi, even tho' he is on his way out - what a goon!

Yes, these BN losers will never change - WE HAVE TO CHANGE THEM WITH PR - that's the only way.

Power to the Rakyat Malaysia! Replace BN! We are the boss! And we want change! Let's bury those who won't change!
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written by Windchime, April 27, 2008 11:50:00
Exactly my sentiments! Only you have put in words far batter! Well done.

Anyway, these moronic and low IQ ministers in BN/UMNO will never face reality and therefore change will be slow if not difficult and impossible.

The only way to speed things up is to kick them out in entirety. Then only will there will be hope for us getting back some of our dignity and pride of being a Malaysian!
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written by noyawns, April 27, 2008 23:20:46
In contrast, we have educated ministers, meeting everyday figuring how to enrich their own party or themselves. Or figuring how much of the cake should go to who and who. The bottom line is simple enough. In Malaysia, as long as Umno or BN is ruling, then Malaysians regardless of race will always be second-class citizens. The first class citizens are those in BN. Period!

Kenneth - spot on! This is what ails our country!
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