
Is the Pakatan manifesto populist or reformist?
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It is a political document designed to please important constituents, but it can hardly be considered transformational.

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It is a political document designed to please important constituents, but it can hardly be considered transformational.



MARCH 8
If it wants real change, the electorate has to shout louder during the 13th general election since most politicians have a hearing problem.

This country is at a crossroads. This is a crossroads which we cannot afford to pause for too long to decide.

Sincerity and a political will to end institutional racism is a must before any kind of genuine change can be effected.

There is no indication yet that the Pakatan political culture is anything different from the Barisan Nasional's.


Pakatan’s stunning victories in the last general elections do not belong to them solely. The battle was won because of the collective resolve of Malaysians to seek real change.


Stop making piecemeal policy announcements. What the people and nation need is a comprehensive plan and strategy to help us catch up with the leaders of the pack.

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An expert team is advising him on the right moves to dissipate the dark cloud under which his premiership was born.

In 2006, writing about Abdullah's mid-term review, I asked if his leadership which started with a bang might end with a whimper. Today, this question has been answered.

What actions should the embattled MCA leadership take in response to the crucial issues confronting the party as it celebrates its 60th anniversary?



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Barack Obama has his work cut out for him: tackling a debilitating recession and uniting Americans who have been divided along racial and political lines.






