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Why election predictions are at odds with Harapan's optimism
LETTER | Pollsters and think-tanks are speaking a different story from Harapan leaders and supporters - here's why.
Karamjit Gill
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Opposition plagued by double standards
LETTER | Fortunately, the majority of voters have an intellectual cortex that can comprehend the true colours of Harapan.
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Harapan manifesto glosses over past mistakes
LETTER | I would rally behind the old Harapan that held on to principles rather than the new one led by an internationally acclaimed dictator.
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Will we soon see Mahathir's 'BN Baru'?
LETTER | Ex-premier appears set on 'a relationship of convenience’ again, this time with Hindraf.
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Save tears on Rafizi’s jailing, it was Dr M who destroyed the judiciary
LETTER | Harapan lost the election the day they decided to work with the former PM.
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Faltering the art of politics
LETTER | 'What do we have now in the opposition, other than a list of rejects from the past dictatorial BN regime?'
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Is the Malaysian dream dead?
There was a moment many years ago where we thought reforms in Malaysia was a possibility. There was a moment in time where we thought our beloved country might have a bright future. There were moments where we were made to believe that a representative from the opposition party is the only way forward.
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Pakatan must dump Mahathir or risk losing GE14
The battle of Sungai Besar and Kuala Kangsar is over. Cavalries from both sides of political divide gave it their all. Gladiators clashed. The eventual winners from both battlefields are representatives of the Barisan Nasional coalition. Now that the dust has settled, Pakatan should regroup, reflect and plot ways on how to differently approach the upcoming war of GE14.
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One day Najib will be forgiven, too
Adolf Hitler, who is undoubtedly the world’s most hated dictator, was responsible for mass destruction as he spread his ideology of Nazism. It has been more than fifty years since Hitler shot himself, but till today the Germans are ashamed of Hitler’s antics. His book and flags are banned in Germany. It is not about politics. It is about his inhumane ideology.
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Did Pakatan attack hastily?
As depicted in ‘The Art of War’, there are essentially five important points to victory:
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Stop living in denial, Raja Petra
In literally a no-holds-barred pattern, Raja Petra Kamarudin has dedicated a whole write-up to me , explaining about Islam and it’s way of life.
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DAP should abandon PKR and work independently
The ongoing tug-of-war between BN and PKR with regard to partnering PAS is not auguring well. First we were made to believe that PAS was the bad one whose stubbornness broke Pakatan Rakyat. Then we were told PAS silently accepted the trojan horse from Umno. We later witnessed PAS’s insistence on not agreeing to motions by the opposition that gave BN the last laugh.
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PAS has become the most sought-after party
In the most unlikely turn of events, Parti Islam Se-Malaysia (PAS) has become the goose that lays golden eggs in the present political climate of Malaysia. Since its induction, PAS has never been given the importance it is now receiving.
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Isn’t PKR a party with moderates?
PKR’s Mohamad Imran Abdul Hamid’s comment on ‘sexy attire’ dressing of athletes while sporting is as disgusting as it can get. Not long ago, our gymnast Farah Ann Abdul Hadi was criticised by religious bigots for wearing a ‘revealing’ leotard during her double-gold victory at the SEA games. Malaysians took to the media and condemned such small-minded thoughts. Even the sultan of Selangor backed Farah.
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The Pakatan Logic
When we first saw light at the end of the tunnel, it gave us all hope. As we progressed towards the light source it was initially getting brighter signifying an end to our journey in darkness. We kept moving further but the light never seemed to get closer. Suddenly now, the light is dimming. Are we going to lose our only light source again?
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Where is Malaysia heading?
Sitting in my room looking out of the window pondering away, I begin to reminisce how wonderful a country Malaysia was. People were highly tolerant and living in harmony. I remembered my childhood days of going out with friends engaging in sporting activities every evening with no worry about the world. Snatch thefts were a rarity and kidnapping was unheard of. In terms of culture and being English-speaking, Malaysia was a favourite for tourists.
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Saifuddin should have remained in Umno
The unveiling of Saifuddin Abdullah as a new member of PKR is being hailed as a huge step forward for the opposition. Saifuddin abandoned Barisan Nasional due to the alleged 1MDB scandal. Looking from a wider perspective, will this move add leverage to the opposition coalition?
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Did China subtly warn Malaysia?
Chinese Ambassador to Malaysia Huang Huikang’s visit to Petaling Street traders recently had drawn lots of criticism from Barisan Nasional. Huang was accused of getting himself involved in the local political scenario. Wisma Putra apparently summoned Ambassador Huang to explain his visit.
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Only a mockery if Khir gets light sentence
Arguments and pleas by lawyers of disgraced former Selangor menteri besar Dr Mohamed Khir Toyo with regard to court sentencing are appalling. Free dental service to the poor for three days per week over a one or two year period to replace jail sentence?
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After Khalid, is Azmin next to go?
From day one, the mere idea of Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail heading the opposition coalition was a bad idea. I never supported that notion because she is no leader. Only the foolish could not see Azizah as a puppet. She has absolutely no quality besides crying. The opposition pack is in disarray presently and Azizah has to harbour the blame because she has failed as the captain.
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The gutter state of Malaysian politics
2015 will always be a year that will go down in the history books of Malaysia. The Barisan Nasional (BN) government is undergoing torment like never before since independence.
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No compromise on freedom of expression
The three months’ suspension imposed on The Edge has earned the government a lot of criticism by citizens nationwide. Rafidah Aziz and CIMB chairperson Nazir Razak have condemned the act.
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Should political funding be capped?
Across the globe, the most heated debate that has been going on for some time now is with regard to political funding especially when it involves an election. Every election is churning out to be multiple-folds more costly compared to the previous one. It was alleged that about US$5 billion was spent in the general elections in India last year.
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Edging closer to a new frontier - Pakatan Baru
It has always been a no-brainer that PAS would eventually be axed from the Pakatan coalition. The late Karpal Singh and Tok Guru Nik Abdul Aziz played all their cards to keep the relationship of convenience with PAS under control. However, ever since their demise the entire coalition is experiencing an avalanche.
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Is Pakatan Baru a necessity?
I have in numerous of my articles questioned the coalition of convenience between PAS, PKR and DAP. With each passing day, the need for a new coalition is becoming more and more apparent.
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Dr Wan Azizah wins convincingly, or has she?
The Permatang Pauh by-election was by far the most intriguing by-election in recent times since the Hulu Selangor by-election in 2010. Once the finishing bells rung and scorecards were totalled, PKR’s Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail emerged victorious once again in the battle of giants.