I refer to Malaysiakini report, ' Bersih says PSC is pointless once parliament is dissolved '.

The electoral reforms are urgently needed now and before the next general election. There is still ample time to form the parliamentary select committee (PSC}, for it complete its findings and present the report for the necessary and essential changes to be made if loopholes or weaknesses are found in the electoral system.

What is important is that any committee or commission planned to be set-up to look into electoral reforms, must carry out its duties with dedication and sincerity and produce unbiased reports bearing in mind it is done for the well being of the country in its continued pursuit of a fair and free democratic process.

Malaysia has attracted millions of foreign workers, who are yearning to establish permanent residency here and if the system is weak and corrupt then the opportunities are plentiful to eventually gain citizenship not because they deserve it, but for other devious reasons.

I want to believe it is not true that such practices exist as alleged by some quarters, but it does create a grave concern that there may be some truth in it if the authorities cannot give proper explanations. Do not sell the country for a few votes to boost your chances for victory.

The next general election is expected to be  'battleground' for votes knowing the opposition has made a strong presence in the last general election and there is a strong possibility that the opposition is going to come out even stronger, even if they cannot wrest the federal government seat from BN.

If the electoral system is not strengthened to eradicate fraudulent voting through vote buying and alleged illegal voter registration, then whoever holds the reigns of power now has the advantage to manipulate the results.

If the PM is sincere in his call to look into the seen weaknesses in the electoral system, then he should guarantee the PSC to completes its job and the results are made public before setting an election date.

It will also help to exonerate the PM from the many accusations that he lacks proper direction and focus and is a weak leader unlike Dr Mahathir, the latter whom whether right or wrong, was in total control and made all the important decisions throughout his tenure.

Vote buying must be stopped and those who continue to indulge in it must be severely punished to deter others. Registration of non qualifying individuals as voters is a serious crime and it is tantamount to treachery and betrayal of trust. It is the worst crime one can commit and anyone caught and convicted of this heinous crime must  be given the death penalty.

The results of the next general election will be cast in doubt if the electoral system is not looked into thoroughly. It is the people's choice whether they want a party to rule for fifty years or more but it must be carried out in a legitimate way.

A strong electoral system will guarantee a more honest and fair process is carried out with proper and close supervision by officials we can trust.