So the order has been signed and four loyal Malaysians (as of now) whose only crime (unless the government can show proof otherwise) is that they are at the forefront of the reformasi movement will be incarcerated at Kamunting for two years and the supposedly Mr Nice Guy of Umno has earned another feather in his cap (but this is only in his boss' eyes).

But to those of us loyal Malaysians nonetheless, who have grown disillusioned with the blatant abuse of power and what not of the ruling elite, this will be another demerit point to be tallied against the ruling coalition when we go to the polls in three years to come.

To the families of these four loyal Malaysians, I can only say a silent prayer that you will find the strength and fortitude to sustain you through these two years with the knowledge that there are many of us who are with you in heart.