COMMENT | Lately, there has been a lot to think about regarding Malaysian politics and its effects on ordinary citizens. Uncouth ministers making stupid remarks in the media, a regal threat of secession, unending flash floods, rising food prices, heart-stopping traffic woes, and grade inflation among university graduates and SPM candidates.

Absurd remarks made by ministers and MPs are not unusual in the Malaysian context. In fact, an added reason many of us appreciate living in Malaysia is that there is never a dull day. There is always something to laugh about, and some leader to scoff at, or make fun of.

From turning flash floods into “flood festivals”, to criminalising “disrespectful” language usage, there is always something that reassures every ordinary Malaysian, that maybe we the masses are in fact a lot smarter than the politicians in office. Simply, the stupidity of others makes us look like geniuses. This is a real confidence booster.

But there is a lot to cry about too...